Petaluma Accelerated Charter
Middle school in Petaluma, CA · Petaluma Joint Union High · Grades 7-8 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 89% of Petaluma Accelerated Charter students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 85% met the math standard. In reading, that is 40 points above the California average (49%). It has the highest reading result of any Bay Area middle school, and it ranks 1st of 4 public middle schools in Petaluma. Reading results in 2026 were 3 points lower than in 2024, and math results were 5 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 92% | 86% | 89% | −3 pts |
| Math | 90% | 83% | 85% | −5 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Petaluma Accelerated Charter | 89% | 85% |
| Sonoma County | 45% | 33% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 7th grade | 96% | 86% |
| 8th grade | 83% | 85% |
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.
Homes near Petaluma Accelerated Charter
The typical home value in ZIP code 94952, where Petaluma Accelerated Charter is located, is $1.06M, up 3.4% 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 middle schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.7 mi | Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter CharterPetaluma · Grades 7-8 | 31% | 10% | $829K |
| 1.7 mi | Petaluma Junior HighPetaluma · Grades 7-8 | 50% | 34% | $1.06M |
| 2.0 mi | Kenilworth Junior HighPetaluma · Grades 7-8 | 52% | 43% | $829K |
| 7.5 mi | Technology MiddleRohnert Park · Grades 6-8 | 32% | 13% | $706K |
| 7.9 mi | Lawrence E. Jones MiddleRohnert Park · Grades 6-8 | 48% | 35% | $706K |
| 8.7 mi | Sonoma Valley MiddleSonoma · Grades 6-8 | 26% | 18% | $932K |
School details
- Address
- 110 Ellis Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (707) 778-4750
- District
- Petaluma Joint Union High
- County
- Sonoma County
- Grades
- 7-8
- Students
- 113 (2025-26)
- Type
- Middle school · Traditional · Charter · Magnet
- Opened
- 2015
- Website
- www.petalumacityschools.org
- State school code
- 49708620131961
Common questions
How did Petaluma Accelerated Charter do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 89% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 85% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Petaluma Accelerated Charter?
113 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 7-8.
How much do homes cost near Petaluma Accelerated Charter?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94952, where Petaluma Accelerated Charter is located, is $1.06M, up 3.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Petaluma Accelerated Charter guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.