Serving 84 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Carlsbad Seaside 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlsbad Seaside Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlsbad Seaside Academy's student population of 84 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 250% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlsbad Seaside Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlsbad Seaside Academy is 0.61, which is less 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
#933 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
22:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
31%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
54%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlsbad Seaside Academy's ranking?
Carlsbad Seaside Academy is ranked #933 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlsbad Seaside Academy?
The graduation rate of Carlsbad Seaside Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carlsbad Seaside Academy?
84 students attend Carlsbad Seaside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Carlsbad Seaside Academy students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlsbad Seaside Academy?
Carlsbad Seaside Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Carlsbad Seaside Academy offer ?
Carlsbad Seaside Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Carlsbad Seaside Academy part of?
Carlsbad Seaside Academy is part of Carlsbad Unified School District.
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