Below Average
#7651 of 9,539 schools in CA
Piner-olivet Charter
Middle School · Piner-Olivet Charter District
2707 Francisco Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
4.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
4.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,651 of 9,539
In Santa Rosa
#40 of 62
public schools
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Piner-olivet Charter
Middle School in Santa Rosa · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Piner-olivet Charter
Piner-olivet Charter is a public middle school in Santa Rosa, CA, part of Piner-Olivet Charter District. Piner-olivet Charter serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Piner-olivet Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,651 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Piner-olivet Charter show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Piner-olivet Charter runs 27:1 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.
Piner-olivet 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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Piner-olivet Charter — Students at Piner-olivet Charter score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 4.8/10.
How Piner-olivet Charter Compares
See how Piner-olivet Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2707 Francisco Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piner-olivet Charter may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Village Charter (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mark West Charter (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northwest Prep Charter (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jack London Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| PAIDEIA EDUCATIONAL HERITAGE Santa Rosa | 0.3 mi | — |
| Northwest Prep Charter Santa Rosa | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Village Charter Santa Rosa | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Spring Hills Christian Fulton | 1.3 mi | — |
| Piner High Santa Rosa | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Morrice Schaefer Charter Santa Rosa | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION SONOMA COUNTY Santa Rosa | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Mark West Charter Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Mark West Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| North Valley School-Santa Rosa Santa Rosa | 1.4 mi | — |
| NORTH VALLEY SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CARDINAL NEWMAN HIGH SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LATTICE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| James Monroe Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Lattice Educational Services Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cardinal Newman High School Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Hilliard Comstock Middle Santa Rosa | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| John B. Riebli Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,480
Median Home Value
$651,900
Median Rent
$2,215/mo
Population
45,570
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
39.4
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|---|---|
| Carquinez Middle Crockett, CA | 4.7 |
| Denair Middle Denair, CA | 4.7 |
| High Desert Acton, CA | 4.7 |
| Pajaro Middle Watsonville, CA | 4.7 |
| Downtown College Preparatory Middle San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Laton Middle Laton, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piner-olivet Charter
What grades does Piner-olivet Charter serve?
Piner-olivet Charter serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Piner-olivet Charter?
Piner-olivet Charter has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piner-olivet Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Piner-olivet Charter is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piner-olivet Charter rank in CA?
Piner-olivet Charter ranks #7,651 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Piner-olivet Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Piner-olivet Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Piner-olivet Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piner-olivet Charter has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Piner-olivet Charter a charter school?
Yes, Piner-olivet Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Piner-olivet Charter a Title I school?
No, Piner-olivet Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piner-olivet Charter?
46.3% of students at Piner-olivet 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (707) 522-3310
Resources & Links
District
Piner-Olivet Charter District- District Enrollment
- 216
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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