Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Advanced Learning 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Advanced Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Advanced Learning Academy's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Advanced Learning 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 Advanced Learning Academy is 0.08, 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
#7229 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
White
2%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Advanced Learning Academy's ranking?
Advanced Learning Academy is ranked #7229 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Advanced Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Advanced Learning Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Advanced Learning Academy?
363 students attend Advanced Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Advanced Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Advanced Learning Academy?
Advanced Learning Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Advanced Learning Academy offer ?
Advanced Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Advanced Learning Academy part of?
Advanced Learning Academy is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Advanced Learning Academy located?
Advanced Learning Academy is located in the Pacific Park neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacific Park.
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