Excellent
#42 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 2% of private schools
Minaret Academy
Elementary School
1220 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD, Anaheim, CA 92806
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#42 of 1,787
In Anaheim
#2 of 15
public schools
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Minaret Academy
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About Minaret Academy
Minaret Academy is a private elementary school in Anaheim, CA. Minaret Academy serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Minaret Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 177 students, Minaret 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 6.1:1 students to teachers, Minaret Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Minaret 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
BetaHow Minaret Academy compares to 56 public schools serving similar grades in Anaheim, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Minaret Academy (this school) | 8.3 |
| Edison (Thomas) Elementary | 5.3 |
| Sycamore Junior High | 3.8 |
| Sunkist Elementary | 5.3 |
| Lincoln (Abraham) Elementary | 4.7 |
| South Junior High | 4.7 |
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary | 4.9 |
| Roosevelt (Theodore) Elementary | 4.5 |
| EPIC Charter (Excellence Performance Innovation Citizenship) | 4.6 |
| Jefferson (Thomas) Elementary | 5.4 |
| Vibrant Minds Charter | 7.9 |
| Guinn (James M.) Elementary | 4.4 |
| Olive Street Elementary | 4.7 |
| Mann (Horace) Elementary | 6.2 |
| Franklin (Benjamin) Elementary | 5.2 |
| Henry (Patrick) Elementary | 3.8 |
| Orange Grove Elementary | 4.4 |
| Price (Adelaide) Elementary | 6.0 |
| Ross (Betsy) Elementary | 4.2 |
| Revere (Paul) Elementary | 5.6 |
| Westmont Elementary | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 56 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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1220 N STATE COLLEGE BLVD, Anaheim, CA 92806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minaret Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edison (Thomas) Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Sunkist Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Anaheim, see our Anaheim schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Minaret Academy Anaheim | 0.0 mi | — |
| THE MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ANAHEIM Anaheim | 0.4 mi | — |
| Sycamore Junior High Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Edison (Thomas) Elementary Anaheim | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Sunkist Elementary Anaheim | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Selassie Homeschool Anaheim | 0.9 mi | — |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Melrose Elementary Placentia | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Lincoln (Abraham) Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Anaheim Discovery Christian SChool Anaheim | 1.2 mi | — |
| Commonwealth Elementary Fullerton | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Zion Lutheran Elementary Anaheim | 1.2 mi | — |
| Valadez Middle School Academy Placentia | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Sapolu Destined Academy Anaheim | 1.2 mi | — |
| Rio Vista Elementary Placentia | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS # 218 Anaheim | 1.4 mi | — |
| SOUTH STREET KINDERCARE Anaheim | 1.4 mi | — |
| South Junior High Anaheim | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts Fullerton | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary Anaheim | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,112
Median Home Value
$791,200
Median Rent
$2,234/mo
Population
40,528
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD SCHOOL Sacramento, CA | 8.3 |
| GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 8.3 |
| McCoppin (Frank) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.3 |
| Penryn Elementary Penryn, CA | 8.3 |
| Quincy Jones Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.3 |
| SERENDIPITY SCHOOL Belmont, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minaret Academy
What grades does Minaret Academy serve?
Minaret Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Minaret Academy?
Minaret Academy has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minaret Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Minaret Academy is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Minaret Academy rank in CA?
Minaret Academy ranks #42 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Minaret Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Minaret Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Minaret Academy a private school?
Yes, Minaret Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Minaret Academy a religious school?
Minaret Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 177
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 533-6273
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