Northwest Prep Charter
K-12 school in Santa Rosa, CA · Piner-Olivet Union Elementary · Grades K-12 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 39% of Northwest Prep Charter students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 19% met the math standard. In reading, that is 11 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 36% of Bay Area K-12 schools, and it ranks 2nd of 2 public K-12 schools in Santa Rosa. Reading results in 2026 were 5 points higher than in 2024, and math results were about the same as in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 33% | 44% | 39% | +5 pts |
| Math | 20% | 15% | 19% | −1 pt |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Prep Charter | 39% | 19% |
| Sonoma County | 45% | 33% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 7th grade | 37% | 11% |
| 8th grade | 37% | 16% |
| 11th grade | 42% | 25% |
Students are tested in grades 3 to 8 and 11. Each grade is a different group of students, so differences between grades are not a trend.
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
Homes near Northwest Prep Charter
The typical home value in ZIP code 95401, where Northwest Prep Charter is located, is $645K, up 0.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Charter schools usually admit by application or lottery, so where you live may not decide whether your child can attend.
Nearby K-12 schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 mi | Roseland Charter CharterSanta Rosa · Grades K-12 | 42% | 27% | $625K |
| 8.5 mi | Pathways Charter CharterRohnert Park · Grades K-12 | 37% | 25% | $706K |
| 18.5 mi | Geyserville New Tech AcademyGeyserville · Grades 6-12 | 21% | 13% | $1.11M |
| 36.2 mi | Elite Public CharterVallejo · Grades K-12 | 20% | 25% | $495K |
| 40.8 mi | Making Waves Academy CharterRichmond · Grades 5-12 | 50% | 33% | $571K |
| 41.6 mi | Aspire Richmond Ca. College Preparatory Academy CharterRichmond · Grades 6-12 | 38% | 19% | $571K |
School details
- Address
- 2590 Piner Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (707) 522-3320
- District
- Piner-Olivet Union Elementary
- County
- Sonoma County
- Grades
- K-12
- Students
- 139 (2025-26)
- Type
- K-12 school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2004
- Website
- www.pousd.org
- State school code
- 49708700106344
Common questions
How did Northwest Prep Charter do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 39% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 19% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Northwest Prep Charter?
139 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades K-12.
How much do homes cost near Northwest Prep Charter?
The typical home value in ZIP code 95401, where Northwest Prep Charter is located, is $645K, up 0.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Northwest Prep Charter guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.