Serving 1,582 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Empire Springs Charter ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 1,582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Empire Springs Charter's student population of 1,582 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
School Motto
The community is our classroom
School Rankings
Empire Springs 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 Empire 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
#4696 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Empire Springs Charter's ranking?
Empire Springs Charter is ranked #4696 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Empire Springs Charter?
The graduation rate of Empire Springs Charter is 65-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Empire Springs Charter?
1,582 students attend Empire Springs Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Empire Springs Charter students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Empire Springs Charter?
Empire Springs Charter has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Empire Springs Charter offer ?
Empire Springs Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Empire Springs Charter part of?
Empire Springs Charter is part of Empire Springs Charter School District.
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