Serving 2,511 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sky Mountain Charter ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 2,511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sky Mountain Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sky Mountain Charter's student population of 2,511 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Motto
Parents Choose, Students Succeed.
School Rankings
Sky Mountain 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 Sky Mountain Charter is 0.71, 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
#2939 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sky Mountain Charter's ranking?
Sky Mountain Charter is ranked #2939 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sky Mountain Charter often compared to?
Sky Mountain Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Grove Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sky Mountain Charter?
The graduation rate of Sky Mountain Charter is 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sky Mountain Charter?
2,511 students attend Sky Mountain Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sky Mountain Charter students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sky Mountain Charter?
Sky Mountain Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sky Mountain Charter offer ?
Sky Mountain Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Sky Mountain Charter part of?
Sky Mountain Charter is part of Sky Mountain Charter School District.
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