Serving 4,868 students in grades Kindergarten-12, California Connections Southern California ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 4,868 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
California Connections Southern California ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
California Connections Southern California's student population of 4,868 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
4,868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
California Connections Southern California ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of California Connections Southern California is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#715 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 is California Connections Southern California's ranking?
California Connections Southern California is ranked #715 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are California Connections Southern California often compared to?
California Connections Southern Californiais often viewed alongside schools like Don Juan Avila Middle School, Journey by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of California Connections Southern California?
The graduation rate of California Connections Southern California is 75%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend California Connections Southern California?
4,868 students attend California Connections Southern California.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of California Connections Southern California students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of California Connections Southern California?
California Connections Southern California has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California Connections Southern California offer ?
California Connections Southern California offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is California Connections Southern California part of?
California Connections Southern California is part of California Connections Academy Southern California School District.
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