Connecting Waters Charter School

Connecting Waters Charter School

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
12420 Bentley St,  Waterford, CA
3.9
4.2
768 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Sherri Nelson
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
23%
Reading Proficiency
44%
Average GPA
3.64
Graduation Rate
82%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.64
Reading Proficiency
44%
Math Proficiency
23%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
41
Full Time Teachers
41
Teachers in First or Second Year
24.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
24
English
26
Reading
26
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
9.3%
State Average
17.9%
Science
8.6%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
214:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.4%
Male
48%
Hispanic
39.6%
White
39.6%
Two or more races
10.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7%
Black
1.8%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#159 Best HS for the Arts in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Berkeley 27 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 23 Students
University of California - Davis 22 Students
Modesto Junior College 19 Students
University of California - Irvine 18 Students
University of California - San Diego 17 Students
San Francisco State University 17 Students
San José State University 17 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 16 Students
University of San Francisco 15 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Computer Science 13 Students
Business 12 Students
Biology 11 Students
Psychology 10 Students
Nursing 8 Students
Mathematics 6 Students
Marine Biology and Oceanography 5 Students
Computer Software Engineering 4 Students
Dance 4 Students
Arts 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 67 Reviews
5.0 Senior
11/2/2024
My experience with Connecting Waters Charter School has been transformative and enriching. The personalized learning environment allowed me to explore subjects at my own pace, which was crucial for my academic growth. The teachers were incredibly supportive, always encouraging me to ask questions and pursue my interests.
5.0 Senior
9/15/2022
I've had the best experience with Connecting Waters Charter School. It has let me grow academically at my own pace, and actually understand my classes. I also have the opportunity of graduating early because of this school, as I am doing now.
4.0 Senior
11/29/2017
I have been with CWCS for a few years now. I love the mix of online and offline studying. The ESs usually know their job well and a handful of Moodle teachers are exceptional. At times of testing, everything is well taken care of.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 14 Reviews
1.0 parent
1/5/2024
The staff is incompetent, they do not interact with each other in a way that information is clear. Students are being jumped from one program to another with inconsistent education. The health teacher informed the students that they could purchase flavored lubricants to use during sex. There is mini...
5.0 parent
10/25/2023
Very good school especially high school. Very good ES and good teaching abilities.
5.0 parent
4/18/2020
Overall, a good charter school with better options for learning.
3.0 parent
6/28/2019
I had my oldest son attend here for 7th and 8th grades and my other boys in 5th and 6th grades. I loved our ES. In fact, she is the ONLY reason this school is getting an average rank for me. That and perhaps the freedom that parents have to decide on extracurricular activities, curriculum and method...

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Connecting Waters Charter School is a charter school for students in grades K-12 located at 12420 Bentley St in Waterford, in the Waterford neighborhood. The school has a total enrollment of 768 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 23% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. Connecting Waters Charter School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.64, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $408,457. Discover additional schools in the area, like Waterford High School, Sentinel High School, Hickman Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Waterford has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Connecting Waters Charter School.

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