Summit Preparatory Charter High School also known as Summit Prep, is a college preparatory and charter high school that was founded in 2003.
Serving 379 students in grades 9-12, Summit Preparatory Charter High School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Preparatory Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Summit Preparatory Charter High School's student population of 379 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Summit Preparatory Charter High School 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 Summit Preparatory Charter High School is 0.35, 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
#5989 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Preparatory Charter High School's ranking?
Summit Preparatory Charter High School is ranked #5989 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Summit Preparatory Charter High School often compared to?
Summit Preparatory Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everest ÎÛÎÛÂþ» High School, Carlmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Preparatory Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Summit Preparatory Charter High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Summit Preparatory Charter High School?
379 students attend Summit Preparatory Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Summit Preparatory Charter High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Preparatory Charter High School?
Summit Preparatory Charter High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Summit Preparatory Charter High School offer ?
Summit Preparatory Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Summit Preparatory Charter High School part of?
Summit Preparatory Charter High School is part of Summit Preparatory Charter High School District.
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