Below Average
#8174 of 9,539 schools in CA
Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy
Elementary School · Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy District
29991 Canyon Hills Rd. Ste. 1709-527, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
40.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
40.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,174 of 9,539
In Lake Elsinore
#10 of 19
public schools
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Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy
Elementary School in Lake Elsinore · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy
Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Lake Elsinore, CA, part of Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy District. Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 40.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,174 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy 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.
Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy runs 40.2:1 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.
Julia Lee Performing Arts 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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Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy — Students at Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy Compares
See how Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
29991 Canyon Hills Rd. Ste. 1709-527, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUNDY CANYON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wildomar), which scores notably higher. Another option is Donald Graham Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Wildomar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William Collier Elementary (rated 4.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Wildomar), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake Elsinore, see our Lake Elsinore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William Collier Elementary Wildomar | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Lakeland Village Lake Elsinore | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| FAITH BAPTIST ACADEMY Wildomar | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Elsinore High Wildomar | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Wildomar Elementary Wildomar | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| California Lutheran High School Wildomar | 2.5 mi | — |
| CALIFORNIA LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Wildomar | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| David A. Brown Middle Wildomar | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Railroad Canyon Elementary Lake Elsinore | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| ANNE SULLIVAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Wildomar | 2.7 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wildomar | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WILDOMAR Wildomar | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Lefebvre Family Home School Lake Elsinore | 3.0 mi | — |
| LEFEBVRE FAMILY HOME SCHOOL Lake Elsinore | 3.0 mi | — |
| Lambs Christian Lake Elsinore | 3.5 mi | — |
| Donald Graham Elementary Wildomar | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Elsinore Elementary Lake Elsinore | 3.9 mi | 3.4 |
| BUNDY CANYON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wildomar | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Bundy Canyon Christian School Wildomar | 3.5 mi | — |
| Elsinore Middle Lake Elsinore | 4.1 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,746
Median Home Value
$553,100
Median Rent
$2,584/mo
Population
27,268
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
41.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy
What grades does Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy serve?
Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy?
Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy is 40.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy rank in CA?
Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy ranks #8,174 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy a charter school?
Yes, Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy?
57.2% of students at Julia Lee Performing Arts 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 40.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (951) 595-4500
Resources & Links
District
Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy District- District Enrollment
- 442
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,759
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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