Joe Serna Jr. Charter School opened in 1999 in Lodi to provide students with a two-way Spanish/English immersion program. The administration of the school realized the community was in dire need of a school that focused on an immersion program to help students in kindergarten through 8th grades succeed in school. The school offers small class sizes and dedicated teachers and staff that want to see students reach their goals. The school offers integrated thematic instruction with multiage teaching.

Along with core subjects, Joe Serna Jr. Charter School does not offer any extra curricular activities, sports, or other programs at this time.

Parents are very pleased with the school and very happy that the school is in their community. Parents expressed just how well their children are doing in school and how they are adjusting to attending school. Teachers are very helpful and work with students individually to ensure that all students are achieving the best education. Students stated they like their teachers and the school.

The Academic Performance Index showed academic growth from 718 to 726. The goal statewide is a score of 800.

The California Standards Tests is used to learn if students are mastering core subjects. The various tests are given to 2nd through 11th grades in English, grades 2nd through 7th are given tests in math, and science tests are administered to students in grades 5th, 8th, and 10th, while history tests are given to students in 8th and 11th grades.
The percentage of students passing the exams at Joe Serna Jr. Charter School showed that the students on performing within average range with the state averages.

It would be a good idea before enrolling your child to speak with other parents to learn more about the environment and ensure it is one in which your child will excel.

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Joe Serna Jr. Charter School
19 S. Central Ave.
Lodi, CA 95240-3148
Phone: 209-331-7809
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