Serving 2,295 students in grades Kindergarten-12, South Sutter Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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-12
- Enrollment: 2,295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Sutter Charter's student population of 2,295 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Sutter Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Sutter Charter is 0.62, 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
#3795 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
18%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Sutter Charter's ranking?
South Sutter Charter is ranked #3795 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Sutter Charter?
The graduation rate of South Sutter Charter is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Sutter Charter?
2,295 students attend South Sutter Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of South Sutter Charter students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Sutter Charter?
South Sutter Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does South Sutter Charter offer ?
South Sutter Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is South Sutter Charter part of?
South Sutter Charter is part of South Sutter Charter School District.
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