For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 483 students in 93438, CA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 93438, CA is Manzanita Public Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 93438 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the California public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 93438, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93438, CA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manzanita Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
991 Mountain View Blvd.
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 734-5600
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 734-5600
Gr: K-6 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 93438, CA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 93438, CA include Manzanita Public Charter.
How many public charter schools are located in 93438?
1 public charter schools are located in 93438.
What is the racial composition of students in 93438?
93438 public charter schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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