Serving 211 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Old Town Academy K-8 Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter's student population of 211 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1295 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
26%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Town Academy K-8 Charter's ranking?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is ranked #1295 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Old Town Academy K-8 Charter often compared to?
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Old Town Academy K-8 Charter?
211 students attend Old Town Academy K-8 Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Old Town Academy K-8 Charter students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Town Academy K-8 Charter?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Old Town Academy K-8 Charter offer ?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Old Town Academy K-8 Charter part of?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is part of Old Town Academy K-8 Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Town Academy K-8 Charter located?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is located in the Mission Hills neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Hills.
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