Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Orange County Classical Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orange County Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Orange County Classical Academy's student population of 417 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orange County Classical Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange County Classical Academy is 0.69, 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
#465 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
47%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange County Classical Academy's ranking?
Orange County Classical Academy is ranked #465 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orange County Classical Academy?
417 students attend Orange County Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Orange County Classical Academy students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orange County Classical Academy?
Orange County Classical Academy has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orange County Classical Academy offer ?
Orange County Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Orange County Classical Academy part of?
Orange County Classical Academy is part of Orange County Classical Academy School District.
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