Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-8, John Mccandless Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Mccandless Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Mccandless Charter's student population of 448 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a quality education through shared responsibility in a safe supportive environment for all students to meet the challenges of a global society.
School Rankings
John Mccandless Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Mccandless Charter is 0.68, 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
#3091 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 John Mccandless Charter's ranking?
John Mccandless Charter is ranked #3091 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John Mccandless Charter often compared to?
John Mccandless Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Brookside by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Mccandless Charter?
448 students attend John Mccandless Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of John Mccandless Charter students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Mccandless Charter?
John Mccandless Charter has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Mccandless Charter offer ?
John Mccandless Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is John Mccandless Charter part of?
John Mccandless Charter is part of Lincoln Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Mccandless Charter located?
John Mccandless Charter is located in the Pacific neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Pacific.
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