Serving 1,283 students in grades 9-12, Classical Academy High School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 44:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Classical Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Classical Academy High School's student population of 1,283 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Classical Academy High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Classical Academy High School is 0.60, 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
#1305 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
44:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
23%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Classical Academy High School's ranking?
Classical Academy High School is ranked #1305 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Classical Academy High School often compared to?
Classical Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Escondido Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Classical Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Classical Academy High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Classical Academy High School?
1,283 students attend Classical Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Classical Academy High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Classical Academy High School?
Classical Academy High School has a student ration of 44:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Classical Academy High School offer ?
Classical Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Classical Academy High School part of?
Classical Academy High School is part of Classical Academy High School District.
In what neighborhood is Classical Academy High School located?
Classical Academy High School is located in the Central Escondido neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Central Escondido.
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