Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sonoma 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoma Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sonoma Charter's student population of 246 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Motto
TRUTH ~ GROWTH ~ RESPECT
School Rankings
Sonoma 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 Sonoma Charter is 0.58, which is less 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
#3560 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Profile last updated: 01/28/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoma Charter's ranking?
Sonoma Charter is ranked #3560 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sonoma Charter often compared to?
Sonoma Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Flowery Elementary School, Kenwood Elementary School, Woodland Star Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sonoma Charter?
246 students attend Sonoma Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Sonoma Charter students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonoma Charter?
Sonoma Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sonoma Charter offer ?
Sonoma Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sonoma Charter part of?
Sonoma Charter is part of Sonoma Charter School District.
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