Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter serves 167 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter's student population of 167 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter is 0.32, 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.
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter?
The graduation rate of Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter is 30-39%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter?
167 students attend Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter?
Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter offer ?
Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter part of?
Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter is part of Santa Cruz County Office Of Education School District.
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