Lorin Griset Academy is a continuation high school in the Santa Ana Unified School District in Orange County, California. It opened in 2006. The current principal is Michael A. Parra.
Serving 283 students in grades 9-12, Lorin Griset Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 54% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lorin Griset Academy's student population of 283 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to a place of hope and grace!
School Rankings
Lorin Griset Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lorin Griset Academy is 0.02, 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
#9477 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
54%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Puma
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorin Griset Academy's ranking?
Lorin Griset Academy is ranked #9477 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lorin Griset Academy?
The graduation rate of Lorin Griset Academy is 54%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Lorin Griset Academy?
283 students attend Lorin Griset Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lorin Griset Academy students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lorin Griset Academy?
Lorin Griset Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lorin Griset Academy offer ?
Lorin Griset Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lorin Griset Academy part of?
Lorin Griset Academy is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lorin Griset Academy located?
Lorin Griset Academy is located in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Bella Vista.
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