Serving 753 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Roosevelt Walker 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roosevelt Walker Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roosevelt Walker Academy's student population of 753 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roosevelt Walker 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 Roosevelt Walker Academy is 0.08, which is less 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
#7171 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
96%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roosevelt Walker Academy's ranking?
Roosevelt Walker Academy is ranked #7171 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Roosevelt Walker Academy?
753 students attend Roosevelt Walker Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Roosevelt Walker Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roosevelt Walker Academy?
Roosevelt Walker Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Roosevelt Walker Academy offer ?
Roosevelt Walker Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Roosevelt Walker Academy part of?
Roosevelt Walker Academy is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Roosevelt Walker Academy located?
Roosevelt Walker Academy is located in the Pacific Park neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacific Park.
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