Serving 87 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wheatland Charter Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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-5
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatland Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wheatland Charter Academy's student population of 87 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheatland Charter Academy 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 Wheatland Charter Academy is 0.65, which is more 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
#3032 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
30%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
47%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheatland Charter Academy's ranking?
Wheatland Charter Academy is ranked #3032 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wheatland Charter Academy often compared to?
Wheatland Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Twelve Bridges Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wheatland Charter Academy?
87 students attend Wheatland Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Wheatland Charter Academy students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheatland Charter Academy?
Wheatland Charter Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Wheatland Charter Academy offer ?
Wheatland Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wheatland Charter Academy part of?
Wheatland Charter Academy is part of Wheatland School District.
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