Serving 123 students in grades 7-8, Petaluma Accelerated Charter ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petaluma Accelerated Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Petaluma Accelerated Charter's student population of 123 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Petaluma Accelerated Charter ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petaluma Accelerated Charter is 0.55, 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
#13 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
10%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
64%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Petaluma Accelerated Charter's ranking?
Petaluma Accelerated Charter is ranked #13 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Petaluma Accelerated Charter often compared to?
Petaluma Accelerated Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Kenilworth Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Petaluma Accelerated Charter?
123 students attend Petaluma Accelerated Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Petaluma Accelerated Charter students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Petaluma Accelerated Charter?
Petaluma Accelerated Charter has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Petaluma Accelerated Charter offer ?
Petaluma Accelerated Charter offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Petaluma Accelerated Charter part of?
Petaluma Accelerated Charter is part of Petaluma Joint Union High School District.
School Reviews
5 6/15/2021
Amazing school for kids who want a challenging and rigorous education! My student was beyond ready for honors courses in high school. Kids get one-to-one help daily from teachers who are passionate about their classes. The classrooms are current with technology and provide several STEAM elective choices.
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