Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Monterey Bay Charter ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monterey Bay Charter's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Monterey Bay Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey Bay 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
#2449 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
55%
20%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Bay Charter's ranking?
Monterey Bay Charter is ranked #2449 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monterey Bay Charter?
475 students attend Monterey Bay Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Monterey Bay Charter students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monterey Bay Charter?
Monterey Bay Charter has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monterey Bay Charter offer ?
Monterey Bay Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Monterey Bay Charter part of?
Monterey Bay Charter is part of Monterey Bay Charter School District.
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