Serving 213 students in grades 7-8, College Connection Academy ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: College Connection Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in San Jose, CA, covering approximately 10.7 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 2.4 miles, reaching a maximum of 3.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
College Connection Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
College Connection Academy's student population of 213 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
213 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
College Connection Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of College Connection Academy is 0.49, 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
#702 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
64%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College Connection Academy's ranking?
College Connection Academy is ranked #702 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are College Connection Academy often compared to?
College Connection Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School, Alpha Cornerstone Academy Preparatory, Murdock-portal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend College Connection Academy?
213 students attend College Connection Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of College Connection Academy students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of College Connection Academy?
College Connection Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does College Connection Academy offer ?
College Connection Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is College Connection Academy part of?
College Connection Academy is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is College Connection Academy located?
College Connection Academy is located in the Las Plumas neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Las Plumas.
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