Serving 331 students in grades 7-8, Rio Linda Preparatory 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Linda Preparatory Academy serves the northwest part of Rio Linda, CA, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest students residing about 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy's student population of 331 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Linda Preparatory 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 Rio Linda Preparatory Academy is 0.71, 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
#7056 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
45%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
25%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Linda Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy is ranked #7056 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Linda Preparatory Academy?
331 students attend Rio Linda Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Rio Linda Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Linda Preparatory Academy?
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Linda Preparatory Academy offer ?
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rio Linda Preparatory Academy part of?
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
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