School Accountability Report Card

Reported for School Year 2006-07

Published During 2007-08

Executive Summary

2006-07 School Accountability Report Card

Rincon Valley Charter School

Address:  5305 Dupont Dr. , Santa Rosa   CA  95409   Phone:  (707) 539-3410 
Principal:  Matt  Reno  Grade Span:  7  - 8  

This executive summary of the School Accountability Report Card (SARC) is intended to provide parents and community members with a quick snapshot of school accountability. The data presented in this report are reported for the 2006-07 school year, except the School Finances and School Completion data that are reported for the 2005-06 school year. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should review the entire SARC or contact the school principal or the district office. 

About Rincon Valley Charter School

Our mission is to provide excellence in middle school education in a small, secure atmosphere where students hold themselves to high academic and personal standards. Students are provided with:
     • small classes with 25 or fewer students per teacher,
     • a student-centered environment with increased parent participation,
     • a challenging core curriculum with an integrated course of study centered around         opportunities for hands-on project learning,
     • creative scheduling that maximizes learning opportunities,
     • special emphasis on science,
     • school-wide participation in fine arts,
     • preparation for the California High School Exit Exam,
     • opportunities to demonstrate good citizenship and leadership skills through service        learning and collaborative projects,
     • state of the art technology,
     • a competitive sports league.  

Student Enrollment 

Group  Enrollment 
Number of students 
159 
African American 
5.66  %
American Indian or Alaska Native 
0.63  %
Asian 
3.77  %
Filipino 
0.63  %
Hispanic or Latino 
16.98  %
Pacific Islander 
0.63  %
White (not Hispanic) 
69.18  %
Multiple or No Response 
2.52  %
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged 
15  %
English Learners 
1  %
Students with Disabilities 
15  %

Teachers 

Indicator  Teachers 
Teachers with full credential 
7
Teachers without full credential 
0 
Teachers Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence 
0
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners 
0
Total Teacher Misassignments  
0

School Facilities 
A thorough inspection of the facility was completed in March, 2008. All elements were found to be in good condition and no repairs are currently needed.


Curriculum and Instructional Materials 
Core Curriculum Areas  Pupils Who Lack Textbooks and Instructiona Materials 
Reading/Language Arts 
0 %
Mathematics 
0 %
Science 
0 %
History-Social Science 
0 %
Foreign Language 
0 %
Health 
0 %
Science Laboratory Equipment 
0 %

School Finances 
Level  Expenditures Per Pupil (Unrestricted Sources Only) 
School Site 
$ 4,964
District 
NA
State 
 $4,943

Student Performance 
Subject  Students Proficient and Above on California Standards Tests 
English-Language Arts 
71  %
English-Language Arts 
49  %
Science 
51  %
History-Social Science 
46  %

Academic Progress 
Indicator  Result 
2007 API Growth Score (from 2007 API Growth Report) 
826  
Statewide Rank (from 2007 API Base Report) 
9  
2007-08 Program Improvement Status (PI Year) 
  N/A


2006-07 School Accountability Report Card (SARC)

Rincon Valley Charter School

The School Accountability Report Card (SARC), which is required by law to be published annually, contains information about the condition and performance of each California public school. More information about SARC requirements is available at the California Department of Education (CDE) Web site at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should contact the school principal or the district office. DataQuest, an online data tool at http://data1.cde.ca.gov/dataquest, contains additional information about this school and comparisons of the school to the district, the county, and the state.

I. About Rincon Valley Charter School

Contact Information 
School  District 
School Name  Rincon Valley Charter   District Name  Rincon Valley Union Elementary  
Street  5305 Dupont Dr.   Phone Number  (707) 542-7375 
City, State, Zip  Santa Rosa  , CA  95409   Web Site  www.rvusd.org 
Phone Number  (707) 539-3410  Superintendent  Diane  Moresi 
Principal  Matt  Reno  E-mail Address    dmoresi@rvusd.org
E-mail Address    mreno@rvusd.org CDS Code 49-70896-0102525 

School Description and Mission Statement 

Our mission is to provide excellence in middle school education in a small, secure atmosphere where students hold themselves to high academic and personal standards. Students are provided with:
     • small classes with 25 or fewer students per teacher,
     • a student-centered environment with increased parent participation,
     • a challenging core curriculum with an integrated course of study centered around         opportunities for hands-on project learning,
     • creative scheduling that maximizes learning opportunities,
     • special emphasis on science,
     • school-wide participation in fine arts,
     • preparation for the California High School Exit Exam,
     • opportunities to demonstrate good citizenship and leadership skills through service        learning and collaborative projects,
     • state of the art technology,
     • a competitive sports league. 

Opportunities for Parental Involvement 

 
There are many opportunities for parent involvement at the Rincon Valley Charter School. For information, call Matt Reno at (707) 539-3410. 

Student Enrollment by Grade Level 

This table displays the number of students enrolled in each grade level at the school. 
Grade Level  Number of Students 
Grade 7 
88 
Grade 8 
71 
Total Enrollment 
159 

Student Enrollment by Group 

This table displays the percent of students enrolled at the school who are identified as being in a particular group. 
Group  Percent of Total Enrollment  Group  Percent of Total Enrollment 
African American 
5.66  %
White (not Hispanic) 
69.18  %
American Indian or Alaska Native 
0.63  %
Multiple or No Response 
2.52  %
Asian 
3.77  %
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged 
15  %
Filipino 
0.63  %
English Learners 
1  %
Hispanic or Latino 
16.98  %
Students with Disabilities 
15  %
Pacific Islander 
0.63  %
 

Average Class Size and Class Size Distribution (Secondary) 

This table displays by subject area the average class size and the number of classrooms that fall into each size category (a range of total students per classroom). 

Subject  2004-05  2005-06  2006-07 
Avg. Class Size  Number of Classrooms  Avg. Class Size  Number of Classrooms  Avg. Class Size  Number of Classrooms 
1-20  23-32  33+  1-20  23-32  33+  1-20  23-32  33+ 
English  27.5    2    20.6  4  4    24.0  2  5  1 
Mathematics  33.0  1    1  24.2  1  5    26.7  1  4  1 
Science  39.5  1    1  24.0  3  3    26.7  1  4  1 
Social Science  27.5    2    23.3  2  4    26.3  1  4  1 

II. School Climate v

School Safety Plan 
The School Safety Plans are updated annually, and the last review was in the spring of 2008. The key elements of the plan include, (1) the School Mission, (2) a description of the School Climate, (3) a description of a Safe and Orderly Environment, and (4) the district’s SB 187-EC3529.4 Board Policies. Each of these areas is spelled out in detail in the plans. The plans are comprehensive and include both the legal requirements and the benefits of safety planning. 

Suspensions and Expulsions 

This table displays the rate of suspensions and expulsions (the total number of incidents divided by the total enrollment) at the school and district levels for the most recent three-year period. 
Rate  School  District 
2004-05  2005-06  2006-07  2004-05  2005-06  2006-07 
Suspensions  0.06%  0.09%     3.5   3.5   3.4  
Expulsions  0  0     0.0   0.0   0.0  

III. School Facilities 

School Facility Conditions and Improvements 

This section provides information about the condition of the school’s grounds, buildings, and restrooms, and a description of any planned or recently completed facility improvements. 

The district takes great efforts to ensure that all schools are clean, safe, and functional.

During the 2004-05 school year, local bond funds, Measure D, and state matching funds were used to modernize all schools with the exception of Austin Creek, which is six years old. and Village School, which was modernized in the late 1980’s. Village School, which was modernized in the late 1980’s, received modernization of their multi-use facility and administrative wing.

All classrooms in the other five schools received new wall surfaces, paint, lighting, cabinetry, heating systems, upgraded electrical systems, window coverings, flooring, and marker boards. Each multi-use facility was also completely modernized. State of the art library media centers and kindergarten complexes were built, and the administrative wing of each school was modernized to include small classrooms for special student programs, a staff room, office, and conference rooms.

District maintenance staff ensures that the preventative measures and repairs necessary to keep the school in good repair and working order are completed in a timely manner. A work order process is used to ensure efficient service and that emergency repairs and safety are given the highest priority.

Cleaning: Cleaning standards have been adopted for all schools in the district. On a regular basis, the Maintenance and Operations supervisor meets with the custodial staff and often visits sites to ensure the cleaning standards are being upheld. In addition, the principal communicates daily with the custodial staff to ensure a clean and safe school.

Deferred Maintenance: The district participates in the State School Deferred Maintenance Program, which provides state matching funds on a dollar-for-dollar basis, to assist school districts with expenditures for major repair or replacement of existing school building components. Typically, this includes roofing, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical systems, interior or exterior painting, and floor systems. For the 2007-08 school year, the district budgeted expenditures are $181,984 for the deferred maintenance program. Revenues for this fund include $103,962 from the state and $114,132 from the district by state formula, which represents 1/2 of 1% of the district’s general fund budget.

School Facility Good Repair Status 

This table displays the results of the March 2008 school site inspection.

Item Inspected  Repair Status  Repair Needed and Action Taken or Planned 
Good  Fair  Poor 
Gas Leaks 
X
None needed
Mechanical Systems 
X
None needed
Windows/Doors/Gates (interior and exterior) 
X
None needed
Interior Surfaces (walls, floors, and ceilings) 
X
None needed
Hazardous Materials (interior and exterior) 
X
None needed
Structural Damage 
X
None needed
Fire Safety 
X
None needed
Electrical (interior and exterior) 
X
None needed
Pest/Vermin Infestation 
X
None needed
Drinking Fountains (inside and outside) 
X
None needed
Restrooms 
X
None needed
Sewer 
X
None needed
Playground/School Grounds 
X
None needed
Roofs 
X
None needed
Overall Cleanliness 
X
None needed

Overall Summary of School Facility Good Repair Status 

This table displays the overall summary of the results of the most recently completed school site inspection. 
Item Inspected  Facility Condition 
Exemplary  Good  Fair  Poor 
Overall Summary  Rincon Valley Charter School is in Exemplary condition.

IV. Teachers 

Teacher Credentials 

This table displays the number of teachers assigned to the school with a full credential, without a full credential, and those teaching outside of their subject area of competence. Detailed information about teacher qualifications can be found at the CDE Web site at http://dq.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/ 

Teachers  School  District 
2004-05  2005-06  2006-07  2006-07 
With Full Credential 
3 
7 
7
171 
Without Full Credential 
0 
0 
0 
3 
Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence 
0
0
0
N/A 

Teacher Misassignments and Vacant Teacher Positions 

This table displays the number of teacher misassignments (teachers assigned without proper legal authorization) and the number of vacant teacher positions (not filled by a single designated teacher assigned to teach the entire course at the beginning of the school year or semester). Note: Total Teacher Misassignments includes the number of Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners. 

Indicator  2005-06  2006-07  2007-08 
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners  
 0
 0
0
Total Teacher Misassignments  
 0
 0
0
Vacant Teacher Positions 
 0
 0
0

Core Academic Classes Taught by No Child Left Behind Compliant Teachers 

This table displays the percent of classes in core academic subjects taught by No Child Left Behind (NCLB) compliant and non-NCLB compliant teachers at the school, at all schools in the district, at high-poverty schools in the district, and at low-poverty schools in the district. More information on teacher qualifications required under NCLB can be found at the CDE Web site at http://www.cde.ca.gov/nclb/sr/tq/ 
Location of Classes  Percent of Classes In Core Academic Subjects 
Taught by NCLB Compliant Teachers  Taught by Non-NCLB Compliant Teachers 
This School  
85.7 
14.3 
All Schools in District  
77.6 
22.4 
High-Poverty Schools in District 
 
 
Low-Poverty Schools in District 
81.1 
18.9 

V. Support Staff 

Academic Counselors and Other Support Staff 

This table displays, in units of full-time equivalents (FTE), the number of academic counselors and other support staff who are assigned to the school and the average number of students per academic counselor. One FTE equals one staff member working full time; one FTE could also represent two staff members who each work 50 percent of full time. 

Title  Number of FTE Assigned to School  Average Number of Students per Academic Counselor 
 Academic Counselor
 0
0
 Library Media Teacher (Librarian)
  0
N/A
 Library Media Services Staff (paraprofessional)
  0
N/A 
 Psychologist
.22  FTE
N/A 
 Social Worker
 0
N/A 
 Nurse
 .177 FTE
N/A 
 Speech/Language/Hearing Specialist
  .350 FTE
N/A 
 Science Facilitator 
0
N/A 
 Computer Technician
0
N/A 
RSP Assistant (non-teaching)
0
N/A 
 Other Paraeducators
.3438 FTE
N/A 

VI. Curriculum and Instructional Materials 

Quality, Currency, and Availability of Textbooks and Instructional Materials  

This table displays information about the quality, currency, and availability of the standards-aligned textbooks and other instructional materials used at the school, and information about the school’s use of any supplemental curriculum or non-adopted textbooks or instructional materials. 

Core Curriculum Area  Quality, Currency, and Availability of Textbooks and Instructional Materials  Percent of Pupils Who Lack Their Own Assigned Textbooks and Instructional Materials 
Reading/Language Arts 

According to the survey made in March, 2008, sufficient textbooks were available for each student in all core curriculum areas. 

The district follows the state guidelines for purchasing approved textbooks. 
  0% 
Mathematics 
Science 
History-Social Science 
Foreign Language 
Health 

VII. School Finances 

Expenditures Per Pupil and School Site Teacher Salaries (Fiscal Year 2005-06) 

This table displays a comparison of the school’s per pupil expenditures from unrestricted (basic) sources with other schools in the district and throughout the state, and a comparison of the average teacher salary at the school site with average teacher salaries at the district and state levels. Detailed information regarding school expenditures and teacher salaries can be found at the CDE Web site at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/fd/ec/ and http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/fd/cs/. 

Level  Total Expenditures Per Pupil  Expenditures Per Pupil (Supplemental)  Expenditures Per Pupil (Basic)  Average Teacher Salary 
School Site 
$4,964
$54,210
District 
N/A 
N/A 
N/A
N/A
Percent Difference – School Site and District 
N/A 
N/A 
N/A
N/A
State 
N/A 
N/A 
$4943 
$58519 
Percent Difference – School Site and State 
N/A 
N/A 
0%
-8%

Types of Services Funded 
 Funds are used for teaching and support staffs, books and materials, special education, transportation, food services, maintenance and operations, after-school programs and childcare.

Teacher and Administrative Salaries (Fiscal Year 2005-06)

This table displays district-level salary information for teachers, principals, and superintendents, and compares these figures to the state averages for districts of the same type and size. The table also displays teacher and administrative salaries as a percent of a district's budget, and compares these figures to the state averages for districts of the same type and size. Detailed information regarding salaries may be found at the CDE Web site at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/fd/cs/
Category District Amount State Average For Districts In Same Category
Beginning Teacher Salary
$42,376
 $38159 
Mid-Range Teacher Salary
$59,339
$59148 
Highest Teacher Salary
$73,287 
$73514 
Average Principal Salary (Elementary)
$100,225 
$91903 
Superintendent Salary
$138,095 
$132994 
Percent of Budget for Teacher Salaries 40.6 % 41.6 %
Percent of Budget for Administrative Salaries 5.8 % 5.9 %

VIII. Student Performance 

California Standards Tests 

The California Standards Tests (CSTs) show how well students are doing in relation to the state content standards. The CSTs include English-language arts and mathematics in grades 2 through 11; science in grades 5, 8, 9, 10, and 11; and history-social science in grades 8, 9, 10, and 11. Student scores are reported as performance levels. Detailed information regarding CST results for each grade and performance level, including the percent of students not tested, can be found at the CDE Web site at http://star.cde.ca.gov/. Note: Scores are not shown when the number of students tested is 10 or less, either because the number of students in this category is too small for statistical accuracy, or to protect student privacy. 

CST Results for All Students - Three-Year Comparison 

This table displays the percent of students achieving at the Proficient or Advanced level (meeting or exceeding the state standards). 

Subject  School  District  State 
2005  2006  2007  2005  2006  2007  2005  2006  2007 
English-Language Arts 
68 
69 
71 
68 
69 
69 
40 
42 
43 
Mathematics 
59 
42 
49 
72 
73