Below Average
#8029 of 9,539 schools in CA
Access County Community
School · Orange County Department of Education
PO Box 9050, Costa Mesa, CA 92628
Enrollment
1,525
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,525
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,029 of 9,539
In Costa Mesa
#37 of 39
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Orange County Department of Education
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Access County Community
School in Costa Mesa · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Access County Community
Access County Community is a public school in Costa Mesa, CA, part of Orange County Department of Education. Access County Community serves approximately 1,525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Access County Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,029 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Access County Community show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Access County Community sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Access County Community runs 22.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
89% of students at Access County Community were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Access County Community — Students at Access County Community score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Access County Community Compares
See how Access County Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 9050, Costa Mesa, CA 92628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Access County Community may also want to explore other schools in the area. California Pacific Charter- Los Angeles (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is California Pacific Charter - San Diego (rated 5.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Suncoast Preparatory Academy (rated 5.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Newport Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orange County Special Education Costa Mesa | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| MARINERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Costa Mesa | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Frontiers Academy Costa Mesa | 0.5 mi | — |
| FRONTIERS ACADEMY Costa Mesa | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Suncoast Preparatory Academy Newport Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Sonora Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| NEWPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newport Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| Monte Vista Independent Study Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Costa Mesa | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Back Bay High Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Maude B. Davis Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Fusion Academy - Newport Beach Irvine | 1.3 mi | — |
| California Pacific Charter - San Diego Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| California Pacific Charter- Los Angeles Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| FUSION ACADEMY NEWPORT BEACH Irvine | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Francis Academy Santa Ana | 1.6 mi | — |
| Taft Elementary Santa Ana | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Paularino Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Costa Mesa High Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL-COSTA MESA Costa Mesa | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kings Valley Academy II Hanford, CA | 4.5 |
| Crescent View South II Fresno, CA | 4.6 |
| EPIC Charter (Excellence Performance Innovation Citizenship) Anaheim, CA | 4.6 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granada Hills, CA | 4.6 |
| ONTARIO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ontario, CA | 4.4 |
| Westlake Charter Sacramento, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Access County Community
What grades does Access County Community serve?
Access County Community serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Access County Community?
Access County Community has an enrollment of approximately 1,525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Access County Community?
The student-teacher ratio at Access County Community is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Access County Community rank in CA?
Access County Community ranks #8,029 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Access County Community's MySchoolScout rating?
Access County Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Access County Community?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Access County Community has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Access County Community a charter school?
No, Access County Community is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Access County Community a Title I school?
No, Access County Community is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Access County Community?
87.9% of students at Access County Community qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 88.6%
- Phone
- (714) 245-6404
- 4-Year Graduation
- 29.0%
Resources & Links
District
Orange County Department of Education- District Enrollment
- 2,551
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $104,591
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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