Serving 7,703 students in grades Kindergarten-12, River Springs Charter 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 7,703 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Springs Charter's student population of 7,703 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 299 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
7,703 students
Total Classroom Teachers
299 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Springs Charter 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 River Springs Charter is 0.61, 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
#5063 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 River Springs Charter's ranking?
River Springs Charter is ranked #5063 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Springs Charter?
The graduation rate of River Springs Charter is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend River Springs Charter?
7,703 students attend River Springs Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of River Springs Charter students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Springs Charter?
River Springs Charter has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does River Springs Charter offer ?
River Springs Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is River Springs Charter part of?
River Springs Charter is part of River Springs Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
great school very encouraging to meet the individual students needs
2 10/10/2025
I would not recommend this school. This school said that it would work with students on all levels; this is not true. My students fell behind and are now suffering trying to catch up. The High school program is a joke.
2 10/10/2025
The Homeschool program is good if you are a motivated, educated, and Do-It-Yourself type person. Special Education Department is grossly out of compliance. If your child has any Special Needs, IEP, 504, forget it. You will not get the services your child needs.
5 10/10/2025
during the 1st semester my experience of River Springs was HORRIBLE. I didnt get my textbooks until the end of the first semester. They didnt enroll me until the 7th week of the first semester. I was behind as a result of this and my ES didnt bother to catch me up. Every homework assignment is online and through their website. No one showed me how to operate the confusing website.
this was through the homeschooling part of the school. For the 2nd semester, I switched to the Keys program. This is alot better and i would recommend the Keys instead of the homeschool program.
5 10/10/2025
I wish I would have home schooled my child sooner. Since working directly with my son, I realize how behind he was while in main stream public school. He is in special needs programs and is receiving all necessary support. Happily, we are working "together" with his ES and Spl. Ed. staff to motivate, encourage, and challenge my son academically, socially, and with special interests. The only issue I have is all the username/passwords needed (I did not realize how many there would be!).
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