Very Good
#3200 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Monterey County Home Charter
School · Monterey County Office of Education
PO Box 80851, Salinas, CA 93912
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,200 of 9,539
In Salinas
#12 of 60
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Monterey County Office of Education
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Monterey County Home Charter
School in Salinas · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Monterey County Special Education
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About Monterey County Home Charter
Monterey County Home Charter is a public school in Salinas, CA, part of Monterey County Office of Education. Monterey County Home Charter serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Monterey County Home Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,200 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monterey County Home Charter show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Monterey County Home Charter 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.
Monterey County Home 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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Monterey County Home Charter — Students at Monterey County Home Charter score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Monterey County Home Charter Compares
See how Monterey County Home Charter 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
PO Box 80851, Salinas, CA 93912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monterey County Home Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is El Sausal Middle (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Salinas High (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monterey County Special Education Salinas | 0.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Monterey Park Elementary Salinas | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Salinas | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Sherwood Elementary Salinas | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Salinas High Salinas | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Los Padres Elementary Salinas | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| El Sausal Middle Salinas | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| PALMA SCHOOL Salinas | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Palma High School Salinas | 1.6 mi | — |
| Spreckels Elementary Spreckels | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Washington Middle Salinas | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Fremont Elementary Salinas | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Salinas | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Salinas | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Mission Park Elementary Salinas | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Salinas | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Carr Lake Community Day Salinas | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| El Puente Salinas | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Mount Toro High Salinas | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Jesse G. Sanchez Elementary Salinas | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charter Community School Home Study Academy Placerville, CA | 7.2 |
| LOS ANGELES CHEDER / BAIS TZIVIA Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
| Mojave River Academy - Rockview Park Oro Grande, CA | 7.2 |
| OCCS:CHEP/PCHS Tustin, CA | 7.2 |
| ORANGEWOOD ACADEMY Garden Grove, CA | 7.2 |
| Parkview Placentia, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monterey County Home Charter
What grades does Monterey County Home Charter serve?
Monterey County Home Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Monterey County Home Charter?
Monterey County Home Charter has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monterey County Home Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Monterey County Home Charter is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monterey County Home Charter rank in CA?
Monterey County Home Charter ranks #3,200 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monterey County Home Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Monterey County Home Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Monterey County Home Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monterey County Home Charter has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monterey County Home Charter a charter school?
Yes, Monterey County Home Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Monterey County Home Charter a Title I school?
No, Monterey County Home Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monterey County Home Charter?
74.0% of students at Monterey County Home 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
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.4%
- Phone
- (831) 755-0331
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Monterey County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 719
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $133,959
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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