Below Average
#7344 of 9,539 schools in CA
Keith Mccarthy Academy
School · Lake Elsinore Unified
1405 Education Way, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,344 of 9,539
In Lake Elsinore
#8 of 19
public schools
In district
#9 of 24
Lake Elsinore Unified
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Keith Mccarthy Academy
Keith Mccarthy Academy is a public school in Lake Elsinore, CA, part of Lake Elsinore Unified. Keith Mccarthy Academy serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Keith Mccarthy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,344 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Keith Mccarthy Academy show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Keith Mccarthy 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.
Keith Mccarthy Academy runs 21.4:1 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.
70% of students at Keith Mccarthy Academy 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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Keith Mccarthy Academy — Students at Keith Mccarthy Academy score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 8.8/10.
How Keith Mccarthy Academy Compares
See how Keith Mccarthy 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
1405 Education Way, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keith Mccarthy Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Temescal Canyon High (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rice Canyon Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lakeside High (rated 5.2/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lake Elsinore, see our Lake Elsinore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ortega High Lake Elsinore | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Elsinore Elementary Lake Elsinore | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Elsinore Middle Lake Elsinore | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Earl Warren Elementary Lake Elsinore | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Temescal Canyon High Lake Elsinore | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Railroad Canyon Elementary Lake Elsinore | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Machado Elementary Lake Elsinore | 2.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Expectations Academy Lake Elsinore | 2.8 mi | — |
| Earthlight Academy of Science and Discovery Lake Elsinore | 2.6 mi | — |
| Tuscany Hills Elementary Lake Elsinore | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Doulos Christian Academy Lake Elsinore | 2.9 mi | — |
| Lakeside High Lake Elsinore | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Lambs Christian Lake Elsinore | 3.1 mi | — |
| Alberhill Elementary Lake Elsinore | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Lakeland Village Lake Elsinore | 3.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Terra Cotta Middle Lake Elsinore | 3.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Withrow Elementary Lake Elsinore | 3.5 mi | 3.0 |
| TREE OF KNOWLEDGE Paris | 4.0 mi | — |
| Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy Lake Elsinore | 4.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Rice Canyon Elementary Lake Elsinore | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,799
Median Home Value
$467,400
Median Rent
$1,705/mo
Population
60,877
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
42.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
33
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Ambassador Phillip V. Sanchez II Public Charter Fresno, CA | 4.9 |
| Monte Vista Simi Valley, CA | 4.9 |
| Big Picture Educational Academy Fresno, CA | 5.0 |
| California School for the Deaf-Riverside Riverside, CA | 5.0 |
| SANTA CLARITA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Clarita, CA | 4.8 |
| iLead Agua Dulce Agua Dulce, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keith Mccarthy Academy
What grades does Keith Mccarthy Academy serve?
Keith Mccarthy Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Keith Mccarthy Academy?
Keith Mccarthy Academy has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keith Mccarthy Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Keith Mccarthy Academy is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Keith Mccarthy Academy rank in CA?
Keith Mccarthy Academy ranks #7,344 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Keith Mccarthy Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Keith Mccarthy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Keith Mccarthy Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Keith Mccarthy Academy has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Keith Mccarthy Academy a charter school?
No, Keith Mccarthy Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Keith Mccarthy Academy a Title I school?
No, Keith Mccarthy Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keith Mccarthy Academy?
72.6% of students at Keith Mccarthy 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.0%
- Phone
- (951) 253-7777
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
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District
Lake Elsinore Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,769
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,089
- District Rank
- #9 of 24
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