Very Good
#2385 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
San Juan Choices Charter
High School · San Juan Unified
4425 Laurelwood Way, Sacramento, CA 95864
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,385 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#26 of 198
public schools
In district
#2 of 65
San Juan Unified
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About San Juan Choices Charter
San Juan Choices Charter is a public high school in Sacramento, CA, part of San Juan Unified. San Juan Choices Charter serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. San Juan Choices Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Juan Choices Charter show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at San Juan Choices 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.
San Juan Choices 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.
37% of students at San Juan Choices Charter were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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San Juan Choices Charter — Students at San Juan Choices Charter score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How San Juan Choices Charter Compares
See how San Juan Choices 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
4425 Laurelwood Way, Sacramento, CA 95864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Juan Choices Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SIERRA UPPER SCHOOL OF SACRAMENT0 (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), a more accessible option. Additionally, El Camino Fundamental High (rated 4.8/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,083
Median Home Value
$770,200
Median Rent
$1,863/mo
Population
25,137
College Educated
58.1%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
44
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Juan Choices Charter
What grades does San Juan Choices Charter serve?
San Juan Choices Charter serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend San Juan Choices Charter?
San Juan Choices Charter has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Juan Choices Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at San Juan Choices Charter is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Juan Choices Charter rank in CA?
San Juan Choices Charter ranks #2,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Juan Choices Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
San Juan Choices Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 San Juan Choices Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Juan Choices Charter has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Juan Choices Charter a charter school?
Yes, San Juan Choices Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is San Juan Choices Charter a Title I school?
No, San Juan Choices Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Juan Choices Charter?
41.2% of students at San Juan Choices 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (916) 979-8378
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #2 of 65
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