Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Newcastle Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcastle Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Newcastle Charter's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newcastle Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcastle Charter is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1733 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
14%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcastle Charter's ranking?
Newcastle Charter is ranked #1733 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Newcastle Charter often compared to?
Newcastle Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Bowman Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Newcastle Charter?
285 students attend Newcastle Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Newcastle Charter students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcastle Charter?
Newcastle Charter has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Newcastle Charter offer ?
Newcastle Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Newcastle Charter part of?
Newcastle Charter is part of Newcastle Elementary School District.
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