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#6341 of 9,539 schools in CA
Butterfield Charter
School · Porterville Unified
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,341 of 9,539
In Porterville
#21 of 33
public schools
In district
#16 of 21
Porterville Unified
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Butterfield Charter
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About Butterfield Charter
Butterfield Charter is a public school in Porterville, CA, part of Porterville Unified. Butterfield Charter serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Butterfield Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,341 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Butterfield Charter show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Butterfield Charter sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Butterfield Charter runs 24.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Butterfield Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Butterfield Charter — Students at Butterfield Charter score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Butterfield Charter Compares
See how Butterfield Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butterfield Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sequoia Middle (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Olive Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monache High (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Porterville, see our Porterville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Porterville Military Academy Porterville | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Vine Street Community Day Porterville | 0.1 mi | — |
| Westfield Elementary Porterville | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Porterville | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Sequoia Middle Porterville | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Sequoia Christian Academey Porterville Porterville | 1.0 mi | — |
| Monache High Porterville | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Porterville | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Bartlett Middle Porterville | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| West Putnam Elementary Porterville | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Porterville | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Citrus High Porterville | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Porterville High Porterville | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Olive Street Elementary Porterville | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Los Robles Elementary Porterville | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Roche Elementary Porterville | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| William R. Buckley Elementary Porterville | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Burton Elementary Porterville | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Burton Middle Porterville | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,261
Median Home Value
$276,400
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
79,340
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
30.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butterfield Charter
What grades does Butterfield Charter serve?
Butterfield Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Butterfield Charter?
Butterfield Charter has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butterfield Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Butterfield Charter is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Butterfield Charter rank in CA?
Butterfield Charter ranks #6,341 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Butterfield Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Butterfield Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Butterfield Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Butterfield Charter has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Butterfield Charter a charter school?
Yes, Butterfield Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Butterfield Charter a Title I school?
No, Butterfield Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butterfield Charter?
71.9% of students at Butterfield Charter qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.4%
- Phone
- (559) 782-7057
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
Porterville Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,963
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,988
- District Rank
- #16 of 21
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