Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Iftin Charter ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iftin Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Iftin Charter's student population of 531 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
'I show integrity and focus.'
School Rankings
Iftin 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 Iftin Charter is 0.46, 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
#5135 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
21:1
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
72%
5%
White
6%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iftin Charter's ranking?
Iftin Charter is ranked #5135 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Iftin Charter?
531 students attend Iftin Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Iftin Charter students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iftin Charter?
Iftin Charter has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Iftin Charter offer ?
Iftin Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Iftin Charter part of?
Iftin Charter is part of Iftin Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Iftin Charter located?
Iftin Charter is located in the Mid City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid City.
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