Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-8, John Mccandless 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Mccandless Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Mccandless Charter's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a quality education through shared responsibility in a safe supportive environment for all students to meet the challenges of a global society.
School Rankings
John Mccandless Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Mccandless Charter is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3091 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lincoln Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Mccandless Charter's ranking?
John Mccandless Charter is ranked #3091 out of 9,523 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Mccandless Charter?
434 students attend John Mccandless Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of John Mccandless Charter students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Mccandless Charter?
John Mccandless Charter has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Mccandless Charter offer ?
John Mccandless Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is John Mccandless Charter part of?
John Mccandless Charter is part of Lincoln Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Mccandless Charter located?
John Mccandless Charter is located in the Pacific neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Pacific.
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