Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue 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 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue 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 Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue is 0.67, 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
#2450 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
41%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue's ranking?
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue is ranked #2450 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue often compared to?
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenueis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsdale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue?
564 students attend Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue?
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue offer ?
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue part of?
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue is part of Santee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Fall Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Modified Day
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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