Serving 290 students in grades 7-8, Rio Linda Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy's student population of 290 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Linda Preparatory Academy is 0.70, which is more 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
#7552 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Linda Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy is ranked #7552 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rio Linda Preparatory Academy?
290 students attend Rio Linda Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Rio Linda Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rio Linda Preparatory Academy?
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rio Linda Preparatory Academy offer ?
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rio Linda Preparatory Academy part of?
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
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