Serving 2,653 students in grades Kindergarten-12, South Sutter 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 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 2,653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Sutter Charter's student population of 2,653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,653 students
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Sutter 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 South Sutter 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
#3492 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Sutter Charter's ranking?
South Sutter Charter is ranked #3492 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Sutter Charter?
The graduation rate of South Sutter Charter is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Sutter Charter?
2,653 students attend South Sutter Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Sutter Charter students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Sutter Charter?
South Sutter Charter has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Sutter Charter offer ?
South Sutter Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is South Sutter Charter part of?
South Sutter Charter is part of South Sutter Charter School District.
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