Serving 793 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sierra 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Preparatory Academy's student population of 793 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Preparatory Academy is 0.04, 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
#9266 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Sierra Preparatory Academy is ranked #9266 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Sierra Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mcfadden Institute Of Technology, Gonzalo Felicitas Mendez Fundamental Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Preparatory Academy?
793 students attend Sierra Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Sierra Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Preparatory Academy?
Sierra Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Preparatory Academy offer ?
Sierra Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sierra Preparatory Academy part of?
Sierra Preparatory Academy is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Preparatory Academy located?
Sierra Preparatory Academy is located in the Portola Park neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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