Very Good
#3016 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Family Partnership Charter
School · Family Partnership Charter District
PO Box 490, Santa Maria, CA 93456
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Santa Maria
#2 of 30
public schools
California schools
#55 of 475
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Family Partnership Charter
Family Partnership Charter is a charter school located in the mid-size suburb of Santa Maria, California. Serving students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, this public institution has an enrollment of 400 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.4:1 with 23 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 6.8 out of 10, reflecting its state ranking at #2632 among the 9566 schools in California.
Academically, Family Partnership Charter has an average ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 49% and a math proficiency rate of 35%, indicating areas for improvement but also highlighting potential for growth. The school’s setting provides a supportive suburban environment that fosters community engagement and collaboration among families and educators.
What Parents Should Know
Family Partnership Charter is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Score Breakdown
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Family Partnership Charter — Students at Family Partnership Charter score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Family Partnership Charter Compares
See how Family Partnership Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 27% (2019) to 33.88% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 52% (2019) to 51.09% (2024).
Location
PO Box 490, Santa Maria, CA 93456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Family Partnership Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. Orcutt Academy Charter (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Orcutt), with a very similar rating. Another option is Olive Grove Charter - Orcutt/Santa Maria (rated 6.0/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST LOUIS DE MONTFORT Santa Maria | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Louis de Montfort Elementary Santa Maria | 0.2 mi | — |
| Olive Grove Charter - Orcutt/Santa Maria Santa Maria | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Ralph Dunlap Elementary Orcutt | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Orcutt School for Independent Study Orcutt | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Pine Grove Elementary Orcutt | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Patterson Road Elementary Orcutt | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Santa Maria | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Delta High Santa Maria | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Ernest Righetti High Santa Maria | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Orcutt Junior High Orcutt | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Orcutt Academy Charter Orcutt | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| PACIFIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Maria | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Lakeview Junior High Orcutt | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Joe Nightingale Elementary Orcutt | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Maria | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria | 4.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Battles (Washington) Elementary Santa Maria | 4.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Trivium Charter Lompoc | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch, CA | 7.1 |
| FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano, CA | 7.1 |
| FREMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fremont, CA | 7.1 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana Santa Ana, CA | 7.1 |
| PALM VALLEY SCHOOL Rancho Mirage, CA | 7.1 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Family Partnership Charter
What grades does Family Partnership Charter serve?
Family Partnership Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Family Partnership Charter?
Family Partnership Charter has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Family Partnership Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Family Partnership Charter 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 Family Partnership Charter rank in CA?
Family Partnership Charter is ranked #3016 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Family Partnership Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Family Partnership Charter has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Family Partnership Charter?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Family Partnership Charter has 34.7% math proficiency and 48.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Family Partnership Charter a charter school?
Yes, Family Partnership Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Family Partnership Charter a Title I school?
No, Family Partnership Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Family Partnership Charter?
44.0% of students at Family Partnership 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 348-3333
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Family Partnership Charter District- District Enrollment
- 400
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,728
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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