Serving 724 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Imperial Beach Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Imperial Beach Charter's student population of 724 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
724 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To be productive contributors to society in our 21st Century, you need to be able to quickly learn the core content of a field of knowledge while also mastering a broad portfolio of essentials in learning, innovation, technology, and career skills needed
School Rankings
Imperial Beach 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 Imperial Beach Charter is 0.47, 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
#5519 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
17%
20%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Imperial Beach Charter's ranking?
Imperial Beach Charter is ranked #5519 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Imperial Beach Charter often compared to?
Imperial Beach Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Chula Vista Learning Community Charter, San Diego Scpa by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Imperial Beach Charter?
724 students attend Imperial Beach Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Imperial Beach Charter students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Imperial Beach Charter?
Imperial Beach Charter has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Imperial Beach Charter offer ?
Imperial Beach Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Imperial Beach Charter part of?
Imperial Beach Charter is part of South Bay Union School District.
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