Serving 780 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Peabody Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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-6
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peabody Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Peabody Charter's student population of 780 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peabody Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peabody Charter is 0.59, 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
#1153 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peabody Charter's ranking?
Peabody Charter is ranked #1153 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Peabody Charter often compared to?
Peabody Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Peabody Charter?
780 students attend Peabody Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Peabody Charter students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peabody Charter?
Peabody Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Peabody Charter offer ?
Peabody Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Peabody Charter part of?
Peabody Charter is part of Peabody Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Peabody Charter located?
Peabody Charter is located in the East San Roque neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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