Serving 225 students in grades 9-12, California Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 225 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
California Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
California Preparatory Academy's student population of 225 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide interactive, media-rich educational opportunities in a flexible, student-centered environment that will prepare students to be globally competitive citizens by expanding their educational opportunities while developing essential 21st century sk
School Rankings
California Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of California Preparatory Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1748 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Preparatory Academy's ranking?
California Preparatory Academy is ranked #1748 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are California Preparatory Academy often compared to?
California Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Crest Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of California Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of California Preparatory Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend California Preparatory Academy?
225 students attend California Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of California Preparatory Academy students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of California Preparatory Academy?
California Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California Preparatory Academy offer ?
California Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is California Preparatory Academy part of?
California Preparatory Academy is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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