California’s charter schools are public, free, and open to all students.
But who exactly do they serve? Charter schools are serving all students, regardless of background, zip code, or ability level. They are built on the belief that every student should have the opportunity to go to a great school that puts their needs first. The table below provides a detailed demographic breakdown of our state’s charter schools:
Charter Public School Student Enrollment 2019-2020
|
Student Demographic |
Percent of Enrollment |
|
Black |
8% |
|
Latinx |
53% |
|
Asian |
5% |
|
White |
28% |
|
English Learner |
16% |
|
Socioeconomically disadvantaged |
60% |
|
Students with disabilities |
10% |
Source: California Department of Education; numbers are rounded up
As the above table shows, students from all backgrounds are attending charter schools. They reflect the dynamic diversity our state is known for.
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