Escondido Charter High School is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory day school in Escondido, California, for grades 9–12. The school opened in 1996 with only 30 students.
Serving 932 students in grades 9-12, Escondido Charter High School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escondido Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Escondido Charter High School's student population of 932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
932 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
White, Black, Maroon
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is our business
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Escondido Charter High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Escondido Charter High School is 0.65, 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
#2351 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: White Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escondido Charter High School's ranking?
Escondido Charter High School is ranked #2351 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Escondido Charter High School often compared to?
Escondido Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Escondido High School, Classical Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Escondido Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Escondido Charter High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Escondido Charter High School?
932 students attend Escondido Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Escondido Charter High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escondido Charter High School?
Escondido Charter High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Escondido Charter High School offer ?
Escondido Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Escondido Charter High School part of?
Escondido Charter High School is part of Escondido Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Escondido Charter High School located?
Escondido Charter High School is located in the Midway neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Midway.
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