Serving 714 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sutter Peak 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sutter Peak Charter Academy's student population of 714 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
714 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Sutter Peak 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 Sutter Peak Charter Academy is 0.56, 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
#2989 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
62%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutter Peak Charter Academy's ranking?
Sutter Peak Charter Academy is ranked #2989 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sutter Peak Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Sutter Peak Charter Academy is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sutter Peak Charter Academy?
714 students attend Sutter Peak Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sutter Peak Charter Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutter Peak Charter Academy?
Sutter Peak Charter Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sutter Peak Charter Academy offer ?
Sutter Peak Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Sutter Peak Charter Academy part of?
Sutter Peak Charter Academy is part of Sutter Peak Charter Academy School District.
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