Serving 36 students in grades 6-12, Reach 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reach Academy's student population of 36 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Reach 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 Reach Academy is 0.00, 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
#9185 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reach Academy's ranking?
Reach Academy is ranked #9185 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reach Academy?
The graduation rate of Reach Academy is 70-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Reach Academy?
36 students attend Reach Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Reach Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reach Academy?
Reach Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Reach Academy offer ?
Reach Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Reach Academy part of?
Reach Academy is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Reach Academy located?
Reach Academy is located in the Artesia Pilar neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Artesia Pilar.
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