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Heartwood Charter

Liberty Elementary · Sonoma County · 170 Liberty School Road, Petaluma, CA 94952

(415) 488-9572 · heartwoodcharterschool.org

9/10
#52
Rank 52 out of 337
Top 15%
English Language Arts9/10 · #67 · 80th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #73 · 79th percentile
Science10/10 · #16 · 96th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Heartwood Charter stands out even in a county full of strong schools, earning a spot in the top 15% statewide with particularly impressive science scores that place it in the 96th percentile — a real draw for families who want their kids thinking like scientists from an early age. As a K-12 charter, it offers the kind of continuity that lets students build deep relationships with peers and teachers over many years, which tends to resonate with families looking for a tight-knit alternative to the traditional public school path. Petaluma itself has a genuine small-city charm — walkable historic downtown, a strong local food scene, and easy access to both Marin and the broader Wine Country — making it an appealing place to put down roots and grow alongside a school community like this one.

Student Demographics

377 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
249 (66%)
Hispanic
69 (18%)
Multiple Races
43 (11%)
Asian
10 (3%)
Other
10 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners11 (3%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged155 (41%)
Students with Disabilities84 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

739
Enrollment
31.6
Teachers (FTE)
23.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2.7
Administrators (FTE)
6.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #530 · 11th percentile

16 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among K-12 Schools in California.