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#4598 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Nightingale Charter
Elementary School · Stockton Unified
1721 Carpenter Rd., Stockton, CA 95206
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,598 of 9,539
In Stockton
#24 of 109
public schools
In district
#13 of 54
Stockton Unified
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Nightingale Charter
Elementary School in Stockton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nightingale Charter
Nightingale Charter is a public elementary school in Stockton, CA, part of Stockton Unified. Nightingale Charter serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Nightingale Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,598 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Nightingale Charter show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Nightingale 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.
Nightingale Charter runs 25.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Nightingale 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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Nightingale Charter — Students at Nightingale Charter score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 8.8/10.
How Nightingale Charter Compares
See how Nightingale Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1721 Carpenter Rd., Stockton, CA 95206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nightingale Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON (rated 6.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Montezuma Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Stockton, see our Stockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred CG Family Academy Stockton | 0.3 mi | — |
| Van Buren Elementary Stockton | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Aspire Stockton 6-12 Secondary Academy Stockton | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Monroe Elementary Stockton | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Alexander Hamilton Elementary Stockton | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Edward C. Merlo Institute of Environmental Studies Stockton | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Aspire Rosa Parks Academy Oakland | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Montezuma Elementary Stockton | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| one.Charter Stockton | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| San Joaquin County Special Education Stockton | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| John F. Cruikshank Jr. Stockton | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| San Joaquin County Community Stockton | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Venture Academy Stockton | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| McKinley Elementary Stockton | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Taft Elementary Stockton | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| K-12 Stockton | 1.9 mi | — |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON Stockton | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON Stockton | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| All Saints Academy of Stockton Stockton | 2.0 mi | — |
| French Camp Elementary Manteca | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,751
Median Home Value
$388,500
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
67,501
College Educated
10.7%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
31.7
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|---|---|
| Academia Moderna Walnut Park, CA | 6.5 |
| Allison Elementary Pomona, CA | 6.5 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT FREMONT UPPER SCHOOL Fremont, CA | 6.5 |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo, CA | 6.5 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.5 |
| Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nightingale Charter
What grades does Nightingale Charter serve?
Nightingale Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Nightingale Charter?
Nightingale Charter has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nightingale Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Nightingale Charter is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nightingale Charter rank in CA?
Nightingale Charter ranks #4,598 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Nightingale Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Nightingale Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Nightingale Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nightingale Charter has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Nightingale Charter a charter school?
Yes, Nightingale Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Nightingale Charter a Title I school?
No, Nightingale Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nightingale Charter?
81.3% of students at Nightingale 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
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (209) 933-7260
Resources & Links
District
Stockton Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,544
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,118
- District Rank
- #13 of 54
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