For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 411 students in Carson, CA.
The top-ranked public charter school in Carson, CA is Magnolia Science Academy 3. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carson, CA public charter school have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the California public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in Carson have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Charter Schools in Carson, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magnolia Science Academy 3
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1254 East Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 637-3806
Carson, CA 90746
(310) 637-3806
Gr: 6-12 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Carson, CA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Carson, CA include Magnolia Science Academy 3.
How many public charter schools are located in Carson?
1 public charter schools are located in Carson.
What is the racial composition of students in Carson?
Carson public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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