Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Pacific Springs Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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-12
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pacific Springs Charter's student population of 558 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Pacific Springs Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacific Springs Charter is 0.59, which is less 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
#5457 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific Springs Charter's ranking?
Pacific Springs Charter is ranked #5457 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Springs Charter?
558 students attend Pacific Springs Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pacific Springs Charter students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pacific Springs Charter?
Pacific Springs Charter has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pacific Springs Charter offer ?
Pacific Springs Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Pacific Springs Charter part of?
Pacific Springs Charter is part of Pacific Springs Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Pacific Springs Charter located?
Pacific Springs Charter is located in the Otay Ranch neighborhood of Temecula, CA.
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