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Motivated Youth Academy
School · Motivated Youth Academy District
500 La Terraza Blvd. #150, Escondido, CA 92025
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,163 of 9,539
In Escondido
#36 of 39
public schools
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Motivated Youth Academy
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About Motivated Youth Academy
Motivated Youth Academy is a public school in Escondido, CA, part of Motivated Youth Academy District. Motivated Youth Academy serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Motivated Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,163 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Motivated Youth Academy show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Motivated Youth 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.
Motivated Youth 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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Motivated Youth Academy — Students at Motivated Youth Academy score 15% 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 14 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: 8.6/10.
How Motivated Youth Academy Compares
See how Motivated Youth 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
500 La Terraza Blvd. #150, Escondido, CA 92025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Motivated Youth Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Dimensions Collaborative (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ESCONDIDO ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BALBOA SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Escondido, see our Escondido schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences Escondido | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Limitless Learning Academy Escondido | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Felicita Elementary Escondido | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Islamic School of Theology Escondido | 0.9 mi | — |
| Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science Escondido | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Central Elementary Escondido | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Classical Academy High Escondido | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Miller Elementary Escondido | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BALBOA SCHOOL Escondido | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Escondido | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary Escondido | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Community Montessori Escondido | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Dimensions Collaborative Escondido | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Bernardo Elementary Escondido | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Rock Springs Elementary Escondido | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Juniper Elementary Escondido | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ESCONDIDO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Escondido | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Escondido Adventist Academy Escondido | 2.0 mi | — |
| Mission Middle Escondido | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,716
Median Home Value
$767,400
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
50,046
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harbor Springs Charter Temecula, CA | 5.6 |
| Mt. Lassen Charter Herlong, CA | 5.6 |
| PACKINGHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Redlands, CA | 5.6 |
| eCademy Charter at Crane Turlock, CA | 5.6 |
| Independence Charter Academy Helendale, CA | 5.5 |
| Insight @ San Joaquin Simi Valley, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Motivated Youth Academy
What grades does Motivated Youth Academy serve?
Motivated Youth Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Motivated Youth Academy?
Motivated Youth Academy has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Motivated Youth Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Motivated Youth Academy is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Motivated Youth Academy rank in CA?
Motivated Youth Academy ranks #6,163 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Motivated Youth Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Motivated Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Motivated Youth Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Motivated Youth Academy has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Motivated Youth Academy a charter school?
Yes, Motivated Youth Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Motivated Youth Academy a Title I school?
No, Motivated Youth Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Motivated Youth Academy?
72.6% of students at Motivated Youth 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
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (619) 343-2048
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
Motivated Youth Academy District- District Enrollment
- 212
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,361
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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