Serving 776 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Connecting Waters 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 776 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Connecting Waters Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Connecting Waters Charter's student population of 776 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
776 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Connecting Waters 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 Connecting Waters Charter is 0.67, 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
#5178 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
44%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Connecting Waters Charter's ranking?
Connecting Waters Charter is ranked #5178 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Connecting Waters Charter?
The graduation rate of Connecting Waters Charter is 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Connecting Waters Charter?
776 students attend Connecting Waters Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Connecting Waters Charter students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Connecting Waters Charter?
Connecting Waters Charter has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Connecting Waters Charter offer ?
Connecting Waters Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Connecting Waters Charter part of?
Connecting Waters Charter is part of Connecting Waters Charter School District.
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