Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter's student population of 426 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter is 0.32, 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
#1295 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
21:1
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
81%
5%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter's ranking?
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter is ranked #1295 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter?
426 students attend Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter?
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter offer ?
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter part of?
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter is part of Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter School District.
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