For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 434 students in 92342, CA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 92342, CA are Academy Of Careers And Exploration and Independence Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 92342 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 92342, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92342, CA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Careers And Exploration
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13943 Rivers Edge Rd.
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1266
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1266
Gr: 7-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Independence Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15350 Riverview Rd., Po Box 24
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1760
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1760
Gr: K-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 92342, CA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 92342, CA include Academy Of Careers And Exploration and Independence Charter Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 92342?
2 public charter schools are located in 92342.
What is the racial composition of students in 92342?
92342 public charter schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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