Serving 209 students in grades 7-8, College Connection Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 65%
- Reading Proficiency: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
College Connection Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
College Connection Academy's student population of 209 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of College Connection Academy is 0.48, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
67%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are College Connection Academy often compared to?
College Connection Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School, Murdock-portal Elementary School, Alpha: Cornerstone Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend College Connection Academy?
209 students attend College Connection Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of College Connection Academy students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of College Connection Academy?
College Connection Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does College Connection Academy offer ?
College Connection Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is College Connection Academy part of?
College Connection Academy is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is College Connection Academy located?
College Connection Academy is located in the Las Plumas neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Las Plumas.
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