Excellent
#653 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands
Elementary School · Univ Preparation Charter Sch @ Csu Channel Islands District · Camarillo, CA
An Univ Preparation Charter Sch @ Csu Channel Islands District charter elementary school serving grades Kindergarten – 8th.
1099 Bedford Dr., Camarillo, CA 93010
- Math 44% vs CA 37% (2024)
- Reading 53% vs CA 46% (2024)
- 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
2024 CAASPP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. CA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 7-year record (2018–2024), then recovered 17 points since 2020, reaching 48% in 2024.
Show all 6 years by subject
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 38% (multi-year average, 2018-2024) · reading/ELA 49% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
46.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 31Car-Dependent
- Bike 56Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated1,320/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Camarillo), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$108,538
Median home value
$809,900
Median rent
$2,455/mo
College educated
40.5%
Homeownership
64.9%
Poverty rate
7.3%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 93010; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Prep Pleasant ValleyCharter · enrollment unverified | 5.7 | K–12 | 0.6 mi | 403 | Compare → |
| Camarillo Academy of Progressive EducationCharter · enrollment unverified | 6.2 | K–12 | 0.7 mi | 583 | Compare → |
| Cornerstone Christian SchoolsPrivate · tuition | 6.9private | PK–8 | 0.7 mi | 156 | Compare → |
| Camarillo Heights Stem AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | K–5 | 1.0 mi | 376 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Univ Preparation Charter Sch @ Csu Channel Islands District
- Schools in district
- 1
- Rank in district
- #1 of 1
- District spending per student
- $13,683NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- The source release did not match this district identifier.
University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands is listed in UNIV Preparation Charter SCH @ CSU Channel Islands District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands
University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands is a public elementary school in Camarillo, CA, part of Univ Preparation Charter Sch @ Csu Channel Islands District, serving approximately 737 students in grades Kindergarten-8th with a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #653 of 9,539 schools in CA. State assessment records show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands
What grades does University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands serve?
University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands?
University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands has an enrollment of approximately 737 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands?
The student-teacher ratio at University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands rank in CA?
University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands ranks #653 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands's MySchoolScout rating?
University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands?
Based on loaded state assessment records, University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands a charter school?
Yes, University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands a Title I school?
No, University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands?
46.1% of students at University Preparation Charter School at Csu Channel Islands qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 737
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ventura County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (805) 482-4608
- Area population (ZIP 93010)
- 46,715
- Area average commute
- 22.2 min
- Area median age
- 39.6
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 93010; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2018-2024; directory SY 2023–24
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