Serving 190 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Greater San Diego Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greater San Diego Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Greater San Diego Academy's student population of 190 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greater San Diego Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greater San Diego Academy is 0.61, 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
#2217 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greater San Diego Academy's ranking?
Greater San Diego Academy is ranked #2217 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greater San Diego Academy?
The graduation rate of Greater San Diego Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Greater San Diego Academy?
190 students attend Greater San Diego Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Greater San Diego Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greater San Diego Academy?
Greater San Diego Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Greater San Diego Academy offer ?
Greater San Diego Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Greater San Diego Academy part of?
Greater San Diego Academy is part of Greater San Diego Academy School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
GSDA Closed for Spring Break (Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Events)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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