Excellent
#922 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay
School · Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay District
12420 Bentley St., Waterford, CA 95386
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#922 of 9,539
In Waterford
#2 of 8
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay
School in Waterford · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay
Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay is a public school in Waterford, CA, part of Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay District. Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #922 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay 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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Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay — Students at Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 9.7/10.
How Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay Compares
See how Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay 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
12420 Bentley St., Waterford, CA 95386
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay may also want to explore other schools in the area. Brookvale Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Warwick Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Fremont), with a very similar rating. Additionally, American High (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Fremont), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Waterford, see our Waterford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Decoto School for Independent Study Union City | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MISSION HILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Union City | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies - Pathfinder Academy Union City | 0.4 mi | — |
| Searles Elementary Union City | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Guy Jr. Emanuele Elementary Union City | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Alternative Learning Academy at Conley-Caraballo High Hayward | 0.8 mi | — |
| EIFFEL TOWER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND K Hayward | 0.8 mi | — |
| Core Learning Academy at Conley-Caraballo High Hayward | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| James Logan High Union City | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Hillview Crest Elementary Hayward | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Union City Christian School Union City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Treeview Elementary Hayward | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Tom Kitayama Elementary Union City | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Union City | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Warwick Elementary Fremont | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Brookvale Elementary Fremont | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Peace Terrace Academy Fremont | 2.3 mi | — |
| PEACE TERRACE ACADEMY Fremont | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Rivendell Academy of Fremont Fremont | 2.2 mi | — |
| American High Fremont | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95386 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,336
Median Home Value
$391,100
Median Rent
$1,543/mo
Population
10,410
College Educated
9.8%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alder Grove Charter School 2 Eureka, CA | 8.4 |
| Escalon Charter Academy Escalon, CA | 8.4 |
| Hallmark Academy Sanger, CA | 8.4 |
| SACRAMENTO WALDORF SCHOOL Fair Oaks, CA | 8.4 |
| CORE Charter Marysville, CA | 8.5 |
| Dimensions Collaborative Escondido, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay
What grades does Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay serve?
Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay?
Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay?
The student-teacher ratio at Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay rank in CA?
Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay ranks #922 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay's MySchoolScout rating?
Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay a charter school?
Yes, Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay a Title I school?
No, Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay?
26.9% of students at Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.4%
- Phone
- (209) 874-1119
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay District- District Enrollment
- 505
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,745
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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