Serving 1,854 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Empire Springs Charter ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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-12
- Enrollment: 1,854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Empire Springs Charter's student population of 1,854 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,854 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The community is our classroom
School Rankings
Empire Springs 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 Empire Springs Charter is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4696 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empire Springs Charter's ranking?
Empire Springs Charter is ranked #4696 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Empire Springs Charter?
The graduation rate of Empire Springs Charter is 65-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Empire Springs Charter?
1,854 students attend Empire Springs Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Empire Springs Charter students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Empire Springs Charter?
Empire Springs Charter has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Empire Springs Charter offer ?
Empire Springs Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Empire Springs Charter part of?
Empire Springs Charter is part of Empire Springs Charter School District.
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