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#5587 of 9,533 schools in CA
Ousd Home Sch
School · Orange Unified
250 South Yorba St., Orange, CA 92869
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Orange
#21 of 27
public schools
California schools
#206 of 475
In district
#31 of 39
Orange Unified
School environment
7.1 / 10
Strong
About Ousd Home Sch
OUSD Home Sch is an alternative school located in Orange, California, offering education from kindergarten through 12th grade. With a student body of just 40 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 20:1, the school provides personalized attention to each student. The teachers work tirelessly to ensure that every child receives the support they need, fostering an environment where individualized learning plans can flourish.
Despite its small size and alternative approach, OUSD Home Sch has a MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10, ranking it at #6340 among all schools in California. In terms of academic performance, the school shows proficiency rates of 45% for ELA/Reading and 22% for Math across all grades. While these scores indicate areas where improvement is needed, they also highlight opportunities for growth and development.
OUSD Home Sch is situated in a mid-size city setting that offers a blend of urban amenities and community engagement, providing students with a rich array of extracurricular activities and resources to enhance their educational experience.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 40 students, Ousd Home Sch is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
While current test scores at Ousd Home Sch are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Ousd Home Sch — Students at Ousd Home Sch score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Ousd Home Sch Compares
See how Ousd Home Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 28.95% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 49.5% (2019) to 28.21% (2024).
Location
250 South Yorba St., Orange, CA 92869
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ousd Home Sch may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE OPEN SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), a more accessible option. Another option is Orange County Classical Academy (rated 4.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy (rated 4.0/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUSD Community Day Orange | 0.0 mi | — |
| OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy Orange | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| La Veta Elementary Orange | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Rossier Elementary/Middle Spectrum School Orange | 0.4 mi | — |
| ROSSIER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| McPherson Magnet Orange | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Palmyra GATE Magnet Orange | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Prospect Elementary Orange | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| THE OPEN SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| The Open School Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | — |
| Handy Elementary Orange | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter Orange | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| El Modena High Orange | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Cambridge Elementary Orange | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Adelphia Classical Christian Academy Orange | 1.2 mi | — |
| THE PRENTICE SCHOOL North Tustin | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| The Prentice School North Tustin | 1.2 mi | — |
| Esplanade Elementary Orange | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Orange County Classical Academy Orange | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Jordan Academy of Language and Computer Science Orange | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92869 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,047
Median Home Value
$935,200
Median Rent
$2,335/mo
Population
36,684
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
40.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ousd Home Sch has a median household income of $147,047. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $935,200, with a median rent of $2,335/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ousd Home Sch
What grades does Ousd Home Sch serve?
Ousd Home Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Ousd Home Sch?
Ousd Home Sch has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ousd Home Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Ousd Home Sch is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ousd Home Sch rank in CA?
Ousd Home Sch is ranked #5587 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Ousd Home Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Ousd Home Sch has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ousd Home Sch?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ousd Home Sch has 21.5% math proficiency and 45.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ousd Home Sch a charter school?
No, Ousd Home Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ousd Home Sch a Title I school?
No, Ousd Home Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ousd Home Sch?
50.0% of students at Ousd Home Sch 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,525/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Orange). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 628-5479
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Orange Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,266
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,147
- District Rank
- #31 of 39
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