Very Good
#3355 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Advanced Learning Academy
School · Santa Ana Unified
408 E. Santa Clara Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92706
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,355 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#13 of 73
public schools
In district
#4 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Advanced Learning Academy
Advanced Learning Academy is a public school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Advanced Learning Academy serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Advanced Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,355 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Advanced Learning Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Advanced Learning Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Advanced Learning Academy — Students at Advanced Learning Academy score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Advanced Learning Academy Compares
See how Advanced Learning Academy 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
408 E. Santa Clara Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Advanced Learning Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. OCSA (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ednovate - Legacy College Prep. (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West Orange Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Orange), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wallace R. Davis Elementary Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| CALIFORNIA KIDS CENTERS Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | — |
| Citrus Springs Charter Temecula | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| OCSA Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Sierra Preparatory Academy Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Willard Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| El Sol Santa Ana Science and Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Orange County Educational Arts Academy Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | — |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fairhaven Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Scholarship Prep - Orange County Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orange | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Ednovate - Legacy College Prep. Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Garfield Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| IRVINE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| IRVINE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| West Orange Elementary Orange | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Santiago Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,424
Median Home Value
$839,100
Median Rent
$1,890/mo
Population
37,191
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.7
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| FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano, CA | 7.1 |
| FREMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fremont, CA | 7.1 |
| Hart-Ransom Charter Modesto, CA | 7.1 |
| NORTH HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vallejo, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Advanced Learning Academy
What grades does Advanced Learning Academy serve?
Advanced Learning Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Advanced Learning Academy?
Advanced Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Advanced Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Advanced Learning Academy is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Advanced Learning Academy rank in CA?
Advanced Learning Academy ranks #3,355 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Advanced Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Advanced Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Advanced Learning Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Advanced Learning Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Advanced Learning Academy a charter school?
Yes, Advanced Learning Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Advanced Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, Advanced Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Advanced Learning Academy?
76.1% of students at Advanced Learning Academy 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
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (714) 564-2100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #4 of 51
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