Serving 60 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mid Valley Alternative 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 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mid Valley Alternative Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Mid Valley Alternative Charter's student population of 60 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
60 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mid Valley Alternative 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 Mid Valley Alternative Charter is 0.58, 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
#5908 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
15%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Mid Valley Alternative Charter's ranking?
Mid Valley Alternative Charter is ranked #5908 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mid Valley Alternative Charter?
60 students attend Mid Valley Alternative Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mid Valley Alternative Charter students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mid Valley Alternative Charter?
Mid Valley Alternative Charter has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mid Valley Alternative Charter offer ?
Mid Valley Alternative Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mid Valley Alternative Charter part of?
Mid Valley Alternative Charter is part of Kit Carson Union Elementary School District.
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