Serving 103 students in grades 9-12, Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy's student population of 103 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
103 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy 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 Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy is 0.10, 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
#1880 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy's ranking?
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy is ranked #1880 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy?
103 students attend Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy?
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy offer ?
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy part of?
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy located?
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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