Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Edison-bethune Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison-bethune Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edison-bethune Charter Academy's student population of 368 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
A High Achieving, Multi-Cultural Community for Learning
School Rankings
Edison-bethune Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison-bethune Charter Academy is 0.46, 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
#6175 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
25%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison-bethune Charter Academy's ranking?
Edison-bethune Charter Academy is ranked #6175 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edison-bethune Charter Academy often compared to?
Edison-bethune Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pinedale Elementary School, Columbia Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edison-bethune Charter Academy?
368 students attend Edison-bethune Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Edison-bethune Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison-bethune Charter Academy?
Edison-bethune Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edison-bethune Charter Academy offer ?
Edison-bethune Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Edison-bethune Charter Academy part of?
Edison-bethune Charter Academy is part of Edison-Bethune Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison-bethune Charter Academy located?
Edison-bethune Charter Academy is located in the Edison neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 17 other public schools located in Edison.
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