Serving 2,426 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Summit Charter Academy 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Summit Charter Academy's student population of 2,426 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
School Rankings
Summit Charter Academy 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 Summit Charter Academy is 0.35, 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
#4085 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Charter Academy's ranking?
Summit Charter Academy is ranked #4085 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Summit Charter Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Summit Charter Academy?
2,426 students attend Summit Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Summit Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Charter Academy?
Summit Charter Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Summit Charter Academy offer ?
Summit Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Summit Charter Academy part of?
Summit Charter Academy is part of Burton Elementary School District.
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