Serving 842 students in grades 7-12, Samueli Academy ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Samueli Academy's student population of 842 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
842 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Colors
Orange and Black
School Calendar
School Motto
Igniting the Passion in all students to fulfill their greatest potential in an innovative and nurturing learning environment.
School Rankings
Samueli 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 Samueli Academy is 0.32, 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
#3828 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samueli Academy's ranking?
Samueli Academy is ranked #3828 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Samueli Academy?
The graduation rate of Samueli Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Samueli Academy?
842 students attend Samueli Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Samueli Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samueli Academy?
Samueli Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Samueli Academy offer ?
Samueli Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Samueli Academy part of?
Samueli Academy is part of Samueli Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Samueli Academy located?
Samueli Academy is located in the Edna Park neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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