Serving 1,900 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Wonderful College Prep Academy 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wonderful College Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wonderful College Prep Academy's student population of 1,900 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wonderful College Prep Academy 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 Wonderful College Prep Academy is 0.10, 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
#4616 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
95%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wonderful College Prep Academy's ranking?
Wonderful College Prep Academy is ranked #4616 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wonderful College Prep Academy often compared to?
Wonderful College Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mckee Middle School, Buttonwillow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wonderful College Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Wonderful College Prep Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wonderful College Prep Academy?
1,900 students attend Wonderful College Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Wonderful College Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wonderful College Prep Academy?
Wonderful College Prep Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Wonderful College Prep Academy offer ?
Wonderful College Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Wonderful College Prep Academy part of?
Wonderful College Prep Academy is part of Wonderful College Prep Academy School District.
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