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Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc

School · Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc District

5075 S. Bradley Rd. Ste. 119, Santa Maria, CA 93455

Charter

Enrollment

109

Student-Teacher

21.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,871 of 9,539

In Santa Maria

#22 of 30

public schools

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc

5.2/10

School in Santa Maria · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc

Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc is a public school in Santa Maria, CA, part of Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc District. Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,871 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 109 students, Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc 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 Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc 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.

Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc runs 21.8:1 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.4 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness3.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate64.5%
AP Participation0.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,661
Chronic Absenteeism30.3%

Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc — Students at Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 7.9% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
5%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
2.2%
ELA
31.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc Compares

See how Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in CA
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5075 S. Bradley Rd. Ste. 119, Santa Maria, CA 93455

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc may also want to explore other schools in the area. Trivium Charter School Adventure (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lompoc), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LOMPOC VALLEY BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Lompoc), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lompoc High Lompoc 0.5 mi 6.3
Dr Bob Forinash Community Day Lompoc 0.6 mi
LOMPOC VALLEY BAPTIST SCHOOL Lompoc 0.5 mi 5.8
La Canada Elementary Lompoc 0.5 mi 4.8
La Honda STEAM Academy Lompoc 0.6 mi 4.8
Mission Valley Lompoc 0.7 mi 7.1
Leonora Fillmore Elementary Lompoc 0.8 mi 4.4
Lompoc Valley Middle Lompoc 1.1 mi 5.6
LA PURISIMA CONCEPCION SCHOOL Lompoc 1.1 mi 4.4
La Purisima Concepcion Elementary Lompoc 1.2 mi
Arthur Hapgood Elementary Lompoc 1.2 mi 6.8
Clarence Ruth Elementary Lompoc 1.2 mi 3.8
Trivium Charter School Adventure Lompoc 1.4 mi 6.2
Miguelito Elementary Lompoc 1.6 mi 4.6
Maple High Lompoc 3.1 mi 6.1
Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy Lompoc 3.4 mi 5.2
CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lompoc 3.7 mi
Buena Vista Elementary Lompoc 4.1 mi 5.7
Cabrillo High Lompoc 4.3 mi 6.6
Manzanita Public Charter Lompoc 7.3 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,501

Median Home Value

$572,700

Median Rent

$2,267/mo

Population

44,350

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

77.8%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc

What grades does Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc serve?

Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc?

Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc?

The student-teacher ratio at Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc rank in CA?

Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc ranks #6,871 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc's MySchoolScout rating?

Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc a charter school?

Yes, Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc a Title I school?

No, Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc?

81.7% of students at Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Santa Barbara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.3%
4-Year Graduation
64.5%

District

Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc District
District Enrollment
109
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,661
District Rank
#1 of 1

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