Serving 395 students in grades 9-12, Academy Of The Canyons ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of The Canyons ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Academy Of The Canyons's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Academy Of The Canyons is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)90-94%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥95%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Academy Of The Canyons often compared to?
Academy Of The Canyonsis often viewed alongside schools like Valencia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of The Canyons?
The graduation rate of Academy Of The Canyons is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Academy Of The Canyons?
395 students attend Academy Of The Canyons.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Academy Of The Canyons students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Of The Canyons?
Academy Of The Canyons has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Academy Of The Canyons offer ?
Academy Of The Canyons offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Academy Of The Canyons part of?
Academy Of The Canyons is part of William S. Hart Union High School District.
School Reviews
5 7/7/2017
This school was amazing. Unlike other schools I attended, they are way more about the education of students. They wanted to see the students succeed in life. The classes were difficult, but so worth it. The school doesn't big sporting events because of the small size, but there are still many benefits of a small school. We were able to play capture the flag, flag football, basketball, and many many other fun activities. Also, with the small school size you know everybody in the hallway. I knew every single person in my graduating class. We are all one big family at AOC.
5 6/23/2017
Academy of the Canyons is an amazing school. It's very diverse and unique school- everyone gets along. The seniors are best friends with freshmen, the students are great friends with teachers. We have a very positive environment at AOC.
2 5/9/2011
This school's criteria was a mandatory interview for both parents and student prior to acceptance. The rules of the game were changed in the middle of the process to accommodate their staff when they could not handle the amount of applications that came in and interviews that needed to be conducted. They held a lottery instead that had nothing to do with a student's merit or willingness to attend and in the process broke my daughter's heart. Principal would not even return a phone call for any explanation. I wonder if perhaps this is the way this school is operated also (?). Maybe the true entrance criteria is located on Earlycolleges.org.
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