Very Good
#2867 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Northwest Prep Charter
School · Northwest Prep Charter District
2590 Piner Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,867 of 9,539
In Santa Rosa
#8 of 62
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Northwest Prep Charter
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About Northwest Prep Charter
Northwest Prep Charter is a public school in Santa Rosa, CA, part of Northwest Prep Charter District. Northwest Prep Charter serves approximately 153 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Prep Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,867 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Northwest Prep Charter show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 153 students, Northwest Prep 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.
Test scores at Northwest Prep 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.
Northwest Prep Charter runs 21.9:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Northwest Prep Charter — Students at Northwest Prep Charter score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Northwest Prep Charter Compares
See how Northwest Prep 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
2590 Piner Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Prep Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION SONOMA COUNTY (rated 5.9/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is LATTICE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 4.6/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Village Charter Santa Rosa | 0.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Piner High Santa Rosa | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| PAIDEIA EDUCATIONAL HERITAGE Santa Rosa | 0.9 mi | — |
| Piner-Olivet Charter Santa Rosa | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Jack London Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| James Monroe Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Albert F. Biella Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Hilliard Comstock Middle Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Morrice Schaefer Charter Santa Rosa | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| North Valley School-Santa Rosa Santa Rosa | 1.7 mi | — |
| NORTH VALLEY SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| COLLEGE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.9 mi | — |
| Spring Hills Christian Fulton | 2.3 mi | — |
| Helen M. Lehman Elementary Santa Rosa | 2.0 mi | 2.3 |
| LATTICE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Santa Rosa | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Olivet Elementary Charter Santa Rosa | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Lattice Educational Services Santa Rosa | 2.0 mi | — |
| ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION SONOMA COUNTY Santa Rosa | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Rosa | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Mark West Charter Santa Rosa | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,513
Median Home Value
$628,900
Median Rent
$1,978/mo
Population
36,842
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
39.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ACACIAWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Anaheim, CA | 7.3 |
| Northern United - Siskiyou Charter Eureka, CA | 7.3 |
| PASADENA WALDORF SCHOOL Altadena, CA | 7.3 |
| POINT QUEST CENTRAL VALLEY Lodi, CA | 7.3 |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park, CA | 7.3 |
| California Pacific Charter - Sonoma Costa Mesa, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Prep Charter
What grades does Northwest Prep Charter serve?
Northwest Prep Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Northwest Prep Charter?
Northwest Prep Charter has an enrollment of approximately 153 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Prep Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Prep Charter is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwest Prep Charter rank in CA?
Northwest Prep Charter ranks #2,867 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Northwest Prep Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Prep Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Northwest Prep Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwest Prep Charter has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Northwest Prep Charter a charter school?
Yes, Northwest Prep Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Northwest Prep Charter a Title I school?
No, Northwest Prep Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwest Prep Charter?
62.7% of students at Northwest Prep 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
- 153
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (707) 522-3320
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Northwest Prep Charter District- District Enrollment
- 153
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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