Very Good
#1865 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
Monarch Learning Center
Elementary School · Monarch Learning Center District
PO Box 992418, Redding, CA 96099
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,865 of 9,539
In Redding
#7 of 40
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Monarch Learning Center
Elementary School in Redding · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Monarch Learning Center
Monarch Learning Center is a public elementary school in Redding, CA, part of Monarch Learning Center District. Monarch Learning Center serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Monarch Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,865 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monarch Learning Center show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, Monarch Learning Center 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.
Test scores at Monarch Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Monarch Learning Center 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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Monarch Learning Center — Students at Monarch Learning Center score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
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
→ 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 Monarch Learning Center Compares
See how Monarch Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 992418, Redding, CA 96099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monarch Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sycamore Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Manzanita Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Bonny View Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Redding, see our Redding schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bonny View Elementary Redding | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Sycamore Elementary Redding | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Shasta County Juvenile Court Redding | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Redding Community Day Redding | 1.0 mi | — |
| Stellar Charter Redding | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Shasta Baptist Schools Redding | 1.3 mi | — |
| Juniper Redding | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Lassen View Elementary Redding | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL REDDING Redding | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Cypress Elementary Redding | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Redding Collegiate Academy Redding | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| PACE Academy Redding | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Rother Elementary Redding | 2.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Parsons Junior High Redding | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Shasta Charter Academy Redding | 2.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Enterprise High Redding | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Spectrum Center Redding Redding | 2.8 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Redding | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Sequoia Middle Redding | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Manzanita Elementary Redding | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bolinas-Stinson Elementary Bolinas, CA | 7.8 |
| GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Northridge, CA | 7.8 |
| HOLLISTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Hollister, CA | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Belmont, CA | 7.8 |
| Lagunita Elementary Salinas, CA | 7.8 |
| Lee Vining Elementary Lee Vining, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monarch Learning Center
What grades does Monarch Learning Center serve?
Monarch Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Monarch Learning Center?
Monarch Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monarch Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Monarch Learning Center is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monarch Learning Center rank in CA?
Monarch Learning Center ranks #1,865 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monarch Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Monarch Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Monarch Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monarch Learning Center has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Monarch Learning Center a charter school?
Yes, Monarch Learning Center is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Monarch Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Monarch Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monarch Learning Center?
80.0% of students at Monarch Learning Center 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
- 90
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Shasta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.1%
- Phone
- (530) 247-7307
Resources & Links
District
Monarch Learning Center District- District Enrollment
- 90
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,812
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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