Serving 2,697 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Yosemite Valley Charter ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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-12
- Enrollment: 2,697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yosemite Valley Charter's student population of 2,697 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
School Rankings
Yosemite Valley 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 Yosemite Valley Charter is 0.64, 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
#4650 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Yosemite Valley Charter's ranking?
Yosemite Valley Charter is ranked #4650 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Yosemite Valley Charter often compared to?
Yosemite Valley Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Centerville Elementary School, Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yosemite Valley Charter?
The graduation rate of Yosemite Valley Charter is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Yosemite Valley Charter?
2,697 students attend Yosemite Valley Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Yosemite Valley Charter students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yosemite Valley Charter?
Yosemite Valley Charter has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yosemite Valley Charter offer ?
Yosemite Valley Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Yosemite Valley Charter part of?
Yosemite Valley Charter is part of Yosemite Valley Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Yosemite Valley Charter located?
Yosemite Valley Charter is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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