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Mark West Charter

Mark West Union Elementary · Sonoma County · 4600 Lavell Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403-1205

(707) 524-2741 · www.markwestcharter.org

6/10
#2400
Rank 2400 out of 5,722
Top 42%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2185 · 62nd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2434 · 57th percentile
Science5/10 · #2918 · 48th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the northern edge of Santa Rosa, Mark West Charter sits in a part of Sonoma County that feels a bit more relaxed and spacious than the busier corridors closer to downtown — think rolling hills, wine country proximity, and a strong sense of community pride. As a K-8 charter school, it offers families the continuity of keeping kids in one place through middle school, which tends to appeal to parents who value stability and a tight-knit school culture over frequent transitions. Academic performance lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, making it a reasonable fit for families looking for a neighborhood-feel charter option without the intensity of more academically competitive schools.

Student Demographics

112 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
51 (46%)
Hispanic
48 (43%)
Multiple Races
4 (4%)
Filipino
4 (4%)
Asian
3 (3%)
African American
2 (2%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners19 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged56 (50%)
Students with Disabilities11 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

124
Enrollment
6.6
Teachers (FTE)
18.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
13
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 Programs3/10 · #4470 · 26th percentile

49 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.