Excellent
#1585 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Mark West Charter
Elementary School · Mark West Union Elementary
4600 Lavell Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,585 of 9,539
In Santa Rosa
#6 of 62
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Mark West Union Elementary
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Mark West Charter
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About Mark West Charter
Mark West Charter is a public elementary school in Santa Rosa, CA, part of Mark West Union Elementary. Mark West Charter serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mark West Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,585 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mark West Charter show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Mark West 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.
Mark West 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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Mark West Charter — Students at Mark West Charter score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.3%
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: 8.1/10.
How Mark West Charter Compares
See how Mark West Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4600 Lavell Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mark West Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SONOMA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Mark West Elementary (rated 7.2/10), with a comparable rating. Additionally, San Miguel Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mark West Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Spring Hills Christian Fulton | 0.6 mi | — |
| San Miguel Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION SONOMA COUNTY Santa Rosa | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| John B. Riebli Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Redwood Adventist Academy Santa Rosa | 1.0 mi | — |
| REDWOOD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Santa Rosa | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| CARDINAL NEWMAN HIGH SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Piner-Olivet Charter Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Jack London Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ST ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Cardinal Newman High School Santa Rosa | 1.3 mi | — |
| PAIDEIA EDUCATIONAL HERITAGE Santa Rosa | 1.7 mi | — |
| Anova Center for Education, Sonoma Santa Rosa | 1.7 mi | — |
| SONOMA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Sonoma Country Day School Santa Rosa | 1.8 mi | — |
| Morrice Schaefer Charter Santa Rosa | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Lattice Educational Services Santa Rosa | 2.2 mi | — |
| LATTICE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Santa Rosa | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| North Valley School-Santa Rosa Santa Rosa | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,480
Median Home Value
$651,900
Median Rent
$2,215/mo
Population
45,570
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
39.4
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| Butteville Elementary Weed, CA | 8.0 |
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| Lexington Avenue Primary Center Los Angeles, CA | 8.0 |
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| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mark West Charter
What grades does Mark West Charter serve?
Mark West Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mark West Charter?
Mark West Charter has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mark West Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Mark West Charter is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mark West Charter rank in CA?
Mark West Charter ranks #1,585 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mark West Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Mark West Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Mark West Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mark West Charter has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mark West Charter a charter school?
Yes, Mark West Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Mark West Charter a Title I school?
No, Mark West Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mark West Charter?
52.3% of students at Mark West 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (707) 524-2741
Resources & Links
District
Mark West Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,342
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,691
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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