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Welcome to NCS

Welcome to our school! All instruction at NCS is based on the key principles of being purposeful, relevant, and engaging. Over three decades of providing personalized academic, behavioral, and socioemotional support to all students. The school is founded on a three-way partnership between parents, students, and educators working together to support all children.
  • 1869
    Students
  • 5
    Academies
  • 98%
    Graduation Rate
  • 97%
    College Acceptance Rate
  • 31
    Years of Excellence
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About NCS

Natomas Charter School is made up of five diverse and unique academies. Each academy program acts as a "school within a school," offering a distinctive instructional delivery system. Since the school was founded in 1993, Natomas Charter School has been recognized as a leader and one of the best schools in the Sacramento region. We have won numerous awards including most recently a Niche 2020 Best Charter Schools award and 2021 and 2022 Best Public Middle School in Sacramento County as well as being featured in the Sacramento Bee as one of best high schools in the region for college preparedness and University of California Admissions.

School News

2025-2026 Application Opens on November 1, 2024!

The Lottery application period will open November 1 , 2024 - January 10, 2025. All applications submitted during the open enrollment period will be entered into the Lottery. Applications received after the application period closes will be placed on the waiting list in the order that they are received.

Provide Feedback on the NCS LCAP

Join us for an upcoming session or complete the online survey to provide your thoughts on the Natomas Charter School Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).
NCS Student Success

Our Mission & Vision

At Natomas Charter School, we are here to empower the leaders of tomorrow by embracing and enhancing the strengths of all students. In partnership with students, families, staff and the community, the academies of Natomas Charter School are committed to:
 
- Creating a student-first environment in which educators are the architects of learning.
- Ensuring a safe and equitable community promoting social and emotional wellness.
- Providing high quality academic choices, fostering growth for all.
- Valuing diverse identities as a collective strength in our community.
- Supporting a caring, innovative, and collaborative staff.
 

Events

Coffee With The Principal

Time: 8:45 AM – 9:30 AM
Location: Natomas Charter School, 4600 Blackrock Dr, Sacramento, CA 95835, USA