Serving 138 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dream Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dream Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Dream Academy's student population of 138 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Dream Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dream Academy is 0.62, 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
#3282 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
51%
20%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dream Academy's ranking?
Dream Academy is ranked #3282 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dream Academy?
138 students attend Dream Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Dream Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dream Academy?
Dream Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dream Academy offer ?
Dream Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dream Academy part of?
Dream Academy is part of Lakeside Union Elementary School District.
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