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Charter School
San Diego Unified School District

The O'Farrell Charter School

#3 in Niche Standout Middle Schools in San Diego Area
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • K-12
  • San Diego, CA
  • 57 reviews
A-
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    B
  2. Diversity
    A
  3. Teachers
    B
  4. College Prep
    B+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    B+
  6. Health & Safety
    A
  7. Administration
    A
  8. Sports
    B-
  9. Food
    B-
  10. Resources & Facilities
    B
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The O'Farrell Charter School is a highly rated, public, charter school located in San Diego, CA. It has 1,689 students in grades K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 22 to 1. According to state test scores, 38% of students are at least proficient in math and 48% in reading.
Address
6130 Skyline Dr.
San Diego, CA 92114
Telephone
(619) 263-3009
Website
ofarrellschool.org

The O'Farrell Charter School Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
48%
Percent Proficient - Math
38%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1050
102 responses
Average ACT
21
46 responses
AP Enrollment
32%
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Living in the Area
A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Cost of Living
    D+
  2. Good for Families
    A-
  3. Housing
    C-
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$71,535
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$1,503
National
$949
Median Home Value
$523,600
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
100%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.8 responses
Poll
100%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.8 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 27 responses
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  • Powderpuff
    30%
  • Airband
    26%
  • Homebase Olympics
    19%
  • Dodgeball Tournament
    11%
  • Spirit Week
    7%
  • Homecoming
    4%
  • Pep rallies
    4%

Students

Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,689
Free or Reduced Lunch
71%
67%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.9 responses
100%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.9 responses
78%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.9 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$79,119
Teachers in First/Second Year
13.2%
100%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.10 responses
100%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.10 responses
100%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.10 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
B+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$11,995/ year
National
$12,239
60%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.10 responses
40%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.10 responses
50%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.10 responses
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The O'Farrell Charter School Reviews

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Coming from Mexico, the schools I went to never really looked like O'Farrell. Of course, private schools would look a lot nicer than public schools but nonetheless O'Farrell showed me that regardless of public or private I'm worth a good "first impression". These teachers care, nothing I’ve ever experienced before. I've met people, created bonds/relationships that I thought I would never be able to. I've learned things. Not just school things like English or Math but life lessons that O’Farrell helped guide me to. Growing up I've come to understand O’Farrells' reasoning for things so no, I wouldn't change anything about it.
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I've attended this school since the 6th grade and had a unique experience. Overall this school is very exceptional and it gives many students an opportunity to become who they want in a poor neighborhood. I hope this diversity and opportunity stays for these minorities and it will continue to help those that are in need. However, I do wish they better prepare students for AP classes and make opportunity more enticing toward more students. Their after school program allows students to have the freedom to do any creative activities with their friends for free, and their resources are there for those who need tutoring. However, their lunch is absolutely horrible. There will be an occasionally exciting day where the food is mediocre.
My experience at the O'farrell Charter School is going very well. The teachers are great and the high school is decently small so you are able to get a one-to-one connection with the teachers. Academically, I wouldn't necessarily want to see anything change because they excel at that however, they are quite strict with the uniforms which is one thing many students complain about but it's not that big of a deal. One great thing too is that this school is starting to get more sports, just recently they created a football team and soon I believe they will have softball.