Very Good
#3052 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
California Pacific Charter - Sonoma
School · California Pacific Charter - Sonoma District
940 South Coast Dr. #185, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,052 of 9,539
In Costa Mesa
#26 of 39
public schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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California Pacific Charter - Sonoma
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About California Pacific Charter - Sonoma
California Pacific Charter - Sonoma is a public school in Costa Mesa, CA, part of California Pacific Charter - Sonoma District. California Pacific Charter - Sonoma serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. California Pacific Charter - Sonoma has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,052 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for California Pacific Charter - Sonoma show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 152 students, California Pacific Charter - Sonoma is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.8:1 students to teachers, California Pacific Charter - Sonoma sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
California Pacific Charter - Sonoma 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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California Pacific Charter - Sonoma — Students at California Pacific Charter - Sonoma score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.0/10.
How California Pacific Charter - Sonoma Compares
See how California Pacific Charter - Sonoma performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
940 South Coast Dr. #185, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering California Pacific Charter - Sonoma may also want to explore other schools in the area. Healdsburg Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Healdsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Side Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Healdsburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harmony Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Occidental), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Guerneville Elementary (Charter) Guerneville | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Guerneville Primary Guerneville | 0.0 mi | — |
| Monte Rio Elementary Monte Rio | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Montgomery Elementary Cazadero | 5.5 mi | — |
| Laguna High Forestville | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| West Sonoma County Consortium Sebastopol | 6.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Forestville Elementary Forestville | 6.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Forestville Academy Forestville | 6.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Sonoma Earth School Forestville | 6.5 mi | — |
| SONOMA EARTH SCHOOL Forestville | 6.6 mi | — |
| West Side Elementary Healdsburg | 7.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Salmon Creek School - A Charter Occidental | 9.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Harmony Elementary Occidental | 9.2 mi | 8.5 |
| PLUMFIELD ACADEMY Sebastopol | 9.2 mi | — |
| Plumfield Academy Sebastopol | 9.2 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Elementary Sebastopol | 9.0 mi | 7.4 |
| THE HEALDSBURG SCHOOL Healdsburg | 9.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Healdsburg | 9.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Healdsburg Junior High Healdsburg | 10.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Healdsburg Elementary Healdsburg | 10.2 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,627
Median Home Value
$1,037,700
Median Rent
$2,520/mo
Population
50,569
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.1
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| ACACIAWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Anaheim, CA | 7.3 |
| Northern United - Siskiyou Charter Eureka, CA | 7.3 |
| Northwest Prep Charter Santa Rosa, CA | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about California Pacific Charter - Sonoma
What grades does California Pacific Charter - Sonoma serve?
California Pacific Charter - Sonoma serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend California Pacific Charter - Sonoma?
California Pacific Charter - Sonoma has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at California Pacific Charter - Sonoma?
The student-teacher ratio at California Pacific Charter - Sonoma is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does California Pacific Charter - Sonoma rank in CA?
California Pacific Charter - Sonoma ranks #3,052 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is California Pacific Charter - Sonoma's MySchoolScout rating?
California Pacific Charter - Sonoma has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 California Pacific Charter - Sonoma?
Based on loaded state assessment records, California Pacific Charter - Sonoma has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is California Pacific Charter - Sonoma a charter school?
Yes, California Pacific Charter - Sonoma is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is California Pacific Charter - Sonoma a Title I school?
No, California Pacific Charter - Sonoma is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for California Pacific Charter - Sonoma?
61.2% of students at California Pacific Charter - Sonoma 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
- 152
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (855) 225-7227
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
California Pacific Charter - Sonoma District- District Enrollment
- 152
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,930
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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