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#347 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 19% of private schools

Acaciawood Preparatory Academy

School

2530 W LA PALMA AVE, Anaheim, CA 92801

Private

Enrollment

94

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#347 of 1,787

In Anaheim

#4 of 15

public schools

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Acaciawood Preparatory Academy

7.3/10

School in Anaheim · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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About Acaciawood Preparatory Academy

Acaciawood Preparatory Academy is a private school in Anaheim, CA. Acaciawood Preparatory Academy serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Acaciawood Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.0 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 94 students, Acaciawood Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Acaciawood Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Acaciawood Preparatory Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Acaciawood Preparatory Academy compares to 65 public schools serving similar grades in Anaheim, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
This School
vs
22.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
94
This School
vs
740
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 31.9% vs 0%
Asian 29.8% vs 0%
White 14.9% vs 0%
Black 1.1% vs 0%
Acaciawood Preparatory Academy Anaheim Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Acaciawood Preparatory Academy (this school) 7.3
Gauer (Melbourne A.) Elementary 4.2
Dr. Peter Marshall 8.5
Savanna High 6.3
Brookhurst Junior High 5.4
Juliette Low School of the Arts 7.2
Marshall (John) Elementary 3.9
Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy 8.5
Mattie Lou Maxwell 6.3
Walt Disney 8.0
Cambridge Virtual Academy 7.2
Lord Baden-Powell 6.2
Dale Junior High 6.0
Orange County Workforce Innovation High 4.1
Centralia Elementary 5.3
Barton (Clara) Elementary 4.3
Magnolia High 6.7
Price (Adelaide) Elementary 6.0
Westmont Elementary 4.8
Western High 6.4
Twila Reid Elementary 6.8

Showing 20 of 65 schools. View all schools in Anaheim

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,118
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 74%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Enrollment 94
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 31.9%
Asian 29.8%
Two or More 22.3%
White 14.9%
Black 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2530 W LA PALMA AVE, Anaheim, CA 92801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Acaciawood Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Dr. Peter Marshall (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walt Disney (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Anaheim, see our Anaheim schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr. Peter Marshall Anaheim 0.4 mi 8.5
Gauer (Melbourne A.) Elementary Anaheim 0.4 mi 4.2
Savanna High Anaheim 0.8 mi 6.3
Brookhurst Junior High Anaheim 0.9 mi 5.4
digiTIES Anaheim 0.9 mi
The Islamic Education School Anaheim 0.9 mi
THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION SCHOOL Anaheim 0.9 mi 7.7
Juliette Low School of the Arts Anaheim 1.0 mi 7.2
Buena Park High Buena Park 1.1 mi 6.1
Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary Buena Park 1.0 mi 6.6
Marshall (John) Elementary Anaheim 1.1 mi 3.9
Orangethorpe Elementary Fullerton 1.2 mi 5.7
Mattie Lou Maxwell Anaheim 1.4 mi 6.3
James A. Whitaker Elementary Buena Park 1.3 mi 5.6
Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy Anaheim 1.4 mi 8.5
Valencia Park Elementary Fullerton 1.5 mi 3.0
Walt Disney Anaheim 1.5 mi 8.0
Honors Academy Fullerton 1.5 mi
Servite High School Anaheim 1.4 mi
Mabel L. Pendleton Elementary Buena Park 1.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,477

Median Home Value

$632,600

Median Rent

$1,977/mo

Population

61,218

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

36.4%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

35.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Acaciawood Preparatory Academy

What grades does Acaciawood Preparatory Academy serve?

Acaciawood Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Acaciawood Preparatory Academy?

Acaciawood Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Acaciawood Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Acaciawood Preparatory Academy is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Acaciawood Preparatory Academy rank in CA?

Acaciawood Preparatory Academy ranks #347 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Acaciawood Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Acaciawood Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Acaciawood Preparatory Academy a private school?

Yes, Acaciawood Preparatory Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Acaciawood Preparatory Academy a religious school?

No, Acaciawood Preparatory Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
94
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Large City
County
Orange County

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