Serving 5,141 students in grades Kindergarten-12, California Connections Academy Southern California 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 5,141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
California Connections Academy Southern California ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
California Connections Academy Southern California's student population of 5,141 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
5,141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
California Connections Academy Southern California ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of California Connections Academy Southern California is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4199 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
44%
55%
Black
9%
5%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
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 California Connections Academy Southern California's ranking?
California Connections Academy Southern California is ranked #4199 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are California Connections Academy Southern California often compared to?
California Connections Academy Southern Californiais often viewed alongside schools like Don Juan Avila Middle School, Journey by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of California Connections Academy Southern California?
The graduation rate of California Connections Academy Southern California is 85%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend California Connections Academy Southern California?
5,141 students attend California Connections Academy Southern California.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of California Connections Academy Southern California students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of California Connections Academy Southern California?
California Connections Academy Southern California has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does California Connections Academy Southern California offer ?
California Connections Academy Southern California offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is California Connections Academy Southern California part of?
California Connections Academy Southern California is part of California Connections Academy Southern California School District.
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