SANTA ROSA FRENCH-AMERICAN CHARTER (SRFACS)

Santa Rosa French-American Charter (SRFACS) is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Santa Rosa Elementary school district, located in Santa Rosa, CA with about 475 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 26 teachers, Santa Rosa French-American Charter (SRFACS) has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Santa Rosa French-American Charter School (SRFACS) is a specialized public magnet school within the Santa Rosa City Schools district that offers a unique K-8 French immersion program. The school is designed for students of all backgrounds, aiming to achieve high levels of academic proficiency in both English and French. By integrating the French Ministry of Education’s rigorous curriculum with California’s state educational standards, the school fosters a bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural environment that prepares students for global citizenship.

Beyond its core language immersion focus, SRFACS emphasizes a well-rounded education that values critical thinking, cultural appreciation, and academic excellence. The school community is highly collaborative, often drawing active involvement from parents and families who support the unique dual-language mission. Located in the heart of Santa Rosa, SRFACS serves as a popular choice for families seeking an international education experience within the public school system, providing students with a distinct cognitive and social advantage through their mastery of two languages.

For more information, contact Santa Rosa French-American Charter (SRFACS) at (707) 522-3161 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.