Serving 269 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sebastopol Independent Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sebastopol Independent Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Sebastopol Independent Charter's student population of 269 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sebastopol Independent 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 Sebastopol Independent Charter is 0.38, 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
#1820 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
9%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
78%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sebastopol Independent Charter's ranking?
Sebastopol Independent Charter is ranked #1820 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sebastopol Independent Charter?
269 students attend Sebastopol Independent Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sebastopol Independent Charter students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sebastopol Independent Charter?
Sebastopol Independent Charter has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Sebastopol Independent Charter offer ?
Sebastopol Independent Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sebastopol Independent Charter part of?
Sebastopol Independent Charter is part of Sebastopol Independent Charter School District.
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