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#555 of 1,787 private schools in CA

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Olive Crest Academy

School

2190 N CANAL ST, Orange, CA 92865

Private

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#555 of 1,787

In Orange

#4 of 12

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Olive Crest Academy

6.9/10

School in Orange · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Olive Crest Academy

Olive Crest Academy is a private school in Orange, CA. Olive Crest Academy serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Olive Crest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #555 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.6 pts above CA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 134 students, Olive Crest 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, Olive Crest Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Olive Crest 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

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How Olive Crest Academy compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Orange, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
This School
vs
22.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
134
This School
vs
499
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 47.8% vs 0%
White 23.9% vs 0%
Black 13.4% vs 0%
Asian 3% vs 0%
Olive Crest Academy Orange Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Olive Crest Academy (this school) 6.9
Taft Elementary 6.0
Fletcher Mandarin Language & GATE Academy 8.3
Olive Elementary 4.6
California iInspire Academy 5.8
Yorba Middle 6.6
Handy Elementary 6.2
Orange High 6.3
Richland Continuation High 6.8
Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter 7.7
Cambridge Elementary 4.2
Sycamore Elementary 6.3
Prospect Elementary 7.0
Palmyra GATE Magnet 7.5
Orange County Classical Academy 5.5
Portola Middle 4.5
OUSD Home Sch 7.2
OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy 3.2
OUSD Community Day
Linda Vista Elementary 6.7
Esplanade Elementary 4.1

Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Orange

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 66%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 134
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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)

Hispanic 47.8%
White 23.9%
Black 13.4%
Two or More 6.7%
Native American 5.2%
Asian 3.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2190 N CANAL ST, Orange, CA 92865

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Olive Crest Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Fletcher Mandarin Language & GATE Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nohl Canyon Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Anaheim), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Taft Elementary Orange 0.4 mi 6.0
St. Paul's Lutheran Orange 0.5 mi
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Orange 0.5 mi 5.4
International School of Orange County Orange 0.6 mi
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange 0.7 mi 7.0
ST NORBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orange 0.8 mi 5.5
ORANGE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Orange 0.7 mi 3.8
Lutheran High School of Orange County Orange 0.7 mi
St. Norbert Catholic School Orange 0.9 mi
ECE 4 Autism Orange 0.9 mi
Olive Elementary Orange 1.1 mi 4.6
Fletcher Mandarin Language & GATE Academy Orange 1.0 mi 8.3
California iInspire Academy Orange 1.3 mi 5.8
Serrano Elementary Villa Park 1.1 mi 4.5
FUSION ACADEMY ANAHEIM HILLS Orange 1.3 mi
Nohl Canyon Elementary Anaheim 1.3 mi 7.6
Fusion Academy - Anaheim Hills Orange 1.4 mi
Yorba Middle Orange 1.4 mi 6.6
Cerro Villa Middle Villa Park 1.4 mi 6.8
Villa Park High Villa Park 1.5 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,258

Median Home Value

$842,700

Median Rent

$2,343/mo

Population

20,897

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
BRIGHTWORKS San Francisco, CA 6.9
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IRL - WESTMORELAND ACADEMY South Pasadena, CA 6.9
Lakeport Alternative (Home School) Lakeport, CA 6.9
Olive Grove Charter - Orcutt/Santa Maria Santa Maria, CA 6.9
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOLS La Verne, CA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Olive Crest Academy

What grades does Olive Crest Academy serve?

Olive Crest Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Olive Crest Academy?

Olive Crest Academy has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Olive Crest Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Olive Crest Academy is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Olive Crest Academy rank in CA?

Olive Crest Academy ranks #555 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Olive Crest Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Olive Crest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Olive Crest Academy a private school?

Yes, Olive Crest Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Olive Crest Academy a religious school?

No, Olive Crest Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
134
Gender Split
85% M / 15% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Orange County

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