Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Old Town Academy K-8 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 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter's student population of 194 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Old Town Academy K-8 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 Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is 0.70, which is more 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)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
22%
20%
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Town Academy K-8 Charter's ranking?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is ranked #1295 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Old Town Academy K-8 Charter often compared to?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Grant K-8 by visitors of our site.
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 Old Town Academy K-8 Charter?
194 students attend Old Town Academy K-8 Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Old Town Academy K-8 Charter students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Town Academy K-8 Charter?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Old Town Academy K-8 Charter offer ?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Old Town Academy K-8 Charter part of?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is part of Old Town Academy K-8 Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Town Academy K-8 Charter located?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is located in the Mission Hills neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Hills.
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