Needs Improvement
#9535 of 9,539 schools in CA
Howard Gardner Community Charter
Elementary School · Howard Gardner Community Charter District
647 E St., Chula Vista, CA 91910
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
1.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
1.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,535 of 9,539
In Chula Vista
#62 of 62
public schools
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Howard Gardner Community Charter
Elementary School in Chula Vista · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Howard Gardner Community Charter
Howard Gardner Community Charter is a public elementary school in Chula Vista, CA, part of Howard Gardner Community Charter District. Howard Gardner Community Charter serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard Gardner Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.6 out of 10 and ranks #9,535 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Howard Gardner Community Charter show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 1.6 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Howard Gardner Community Charter 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.
Howard Gardner Community 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.
72% of students at Howard Gardner Community Charter were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Howard Gardner Community Charter — Students at Howard Gardner Community Charter score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.
How Howard Gardner Community Charter Compares
See how Howard Gardner Community Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
647 E St., Chula Vista, CA 91910
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard Gardner Community Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rosebank Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vista Square Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chula Vista, see our Chula Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Feaster (Mae L.) Charter Chula Vista | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Hawking S.T.E.A.M. Charter Chula Vista | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Innovative online academy Chula Vista | 0.6 mi | — |
| BEREAN BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chula Vista | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Berean Bible Baptist Academy Chula Vista | 0.6 mi | — |
| Davila Day Chula Vista | 0.6 mi | — |
| Vista Square Elementary Chula Vista | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SOUTH BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chula Vista | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Chula Vista Middle Chula Vista | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Mueller Charter (Robert L.) Chula Vista | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Sweetwater High National City | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Chula Vista | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Olivewood National City | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Rosebank Elementary Chula Vista | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Chula Vista Learning Community Charter Chula Vista | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Chula Vista Senior High Chula Vista | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Kimball National City | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| John A. Otis Elementary National City | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| National City Middle National City | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Rice (Lilian J.) Elementary Chula Vista | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91910 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,705
Median Home Value
$676,700
Median Rent
$1,930/mo
Population
77,957
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Voices College-Bound Language Academy at Mt. Pleasant San Jose, CA | 1.4 |
| Caroline Wenzel Elementary Sacramento, CA | 1.9 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Oakland, CA | 2.0 |
| Aspire Triumph Technology Academy Oakland, CA | 2.2 |
| Butte Valley Elementary Dorris, CA | 2.2 |
| Invictus Leadership Academy Los Angeles, CA | 2.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard Gardner Community Charter
What grades does Howard Gardner Community Charter serve?
Howard Gardner Community Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Howard Gardner Community Charter?
Howard Gardner Community Charter has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard Gardner Community Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard Gardner Community Charter is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howard Gardner Community Charter rank in CA?
Howard Gardner Community Charter ranks #9,535 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Howard Gardner Community Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard Gardner Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.6 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 Howard Gardner Community Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howard Gardner Community Charter has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Howard Gardner Community Charter a charter school?
Yes, Howard Gardner Community Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Howard Gardner Community Charter a Title I school?
No, Howard Gardner Community Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howard Gardner Community Charter?
72.8% of students at Howard Gardner Community 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.7%
- Phone
- (619) 934-0300
Resources & Links
District
Howard Gardner Community Charter District- District Enrollment
- 180
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,678
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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