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#5024 of 9,539 schools in CA
Yosemite Valley Charter
School · Yosemite Valley Charter District
3610 East Ashlan Ave, Fresno, CA 93726
Enrollment
2,697
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
2,697
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,024 of 9,539
In Fresno
#102 of 175
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Yosemite Valley Charter
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About Yosemite Valley Charter
Yosemite Valley Charter is a public school in Fresno, CA, part of Yosemite Valley Charter District. Yosemite Valley Charter serves approximately 2,697 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Yosemite Valley Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,024 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yosemite Valley Charter show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Yosemite Valley Charter is a large school: 2,697 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Yosemite Valley 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.
Yosemite Valley 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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Yosemite Valley Charter — Students at Yosemite Valley Charter score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 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 Yosemite Valley Charter Compares
See how Yosemite Valley 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
3610 East Ashlan Ave, Fresno, CA 93726
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yosemite Valley Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. TRUTH TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Monarch River Academy (rated 5.8/10, in nearby Porterville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monarch River Academy Porterville | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Centennial Elementary Fresno | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Thomas Elementary Fresno | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| FIRST CHURCH OF GOD EARLY ENRICHMENT CENTER Fresno | 0.5 mi | — |
| Maverick Center for Dyslexia, inc. Fresno | 0.5 mi | — |
| TRUTH TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fresno | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Truth Tabernacle Christian School Fresno | 0.6 mi | — |
| Tioga Middle Fresno | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Carter G. Woodson Public Charter Fresno | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Learn Academy, Fresno Fresno | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pyle Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Erma Duncan Polytechnical High Fresno | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Wishon Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Holland Elementary Fresno | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Wolters Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Birney Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Manchester Gate Fresno | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| McLane High Fresno | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Vinland Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Aspen Ridge Public Fresno | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,913
Median Home Value
$271,800
Median Rent
$1,254/mo
Population
44,766
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
38.2%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
30.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yosemite Valley Charter
What grades does Yosemite Valley Charter serve?
Yosemite Valley Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Yosemite Valley Charter?
Yosemite Valley Charter has an enrollment of approximately 2,697 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yosemite Valley Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Yosemite Valley 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 Yosemite Valley Charter rank in CA?
Yosemite Valley Charter ranks #5,024 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yosemite Valley Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Yosemite Valley Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Yosemite Valley Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yosemite Valley Charter has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Yosemite Valley Charter a charter school?
Yes, Yosemite Valley Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Yosemite Valley Charter a Title I school?
No, Yosemite Valley Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yosemite Valley Charter?
46.5% of students at Yosemite Valley 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,697
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 100
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.2%
- Phone
- (559) 258-0800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Yosemite Valley Charter District- District Enrollment
- 2,697
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,190
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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