Serving 215 students in grades 9-12, Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals)'s student population of 215 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) 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
#3267 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals)'s ranking?
Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) is ranked #3267 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals)?
The graduation rate of Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals)?
215 students attend Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals)?
Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) offer ?
Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) part of?
Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) is part of PUC Early College Acad For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) School District.
In what neighborhood is Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) located?
Puc Early College Academy For Leaders And Scholars (Ecals) is located in the Sun Valley neighborhood of Burbank, CA.
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