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#4196 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 44% in state
Reach Academy
High School · Santa Ana Unified
1325 East 4th St., Santa Ana, CA 92701
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,196 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#19 of 73
public schools
In district
#9 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Reach Academy
Reach Academy is a public high school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Reach Academy serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Reach Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,196 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Reach Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Reach 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.
Test scores at Reach 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.
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, Reach Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Reach Academy — Students at Reach Academy score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average 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: 9.6/10.
How Reach Academy Compares
See how Reach 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
1325 East 4th St., Santa Ana, CA 92701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Reach Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OCSA (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ednovate - Legacy College Prep. (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, College and Career Preparatory Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Costa Mesa), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Raymond A. Villa Fundamental Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Garfield Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt Walker Academy Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Ednovate - Legacy College Prep. Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| IRVINE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| IRVINE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Sierra Preparatory Academy Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Edward B. Cole Academy Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Robert Heideman Elementary Tustin | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| ST JEANNE DE LESTONNAC SCHOOL Tustin | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Wallace R. Davis Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School Tustin | 0.9 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Citrus Springs Charter Temecula | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| John Muir Fundamental Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| College and Career Preparatory Academy Costa Mesa | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| OCSA Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Orange County Educational Arts Academy Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,697
Median Home Value
$608,300
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
48,272
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
29.2%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
33
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ARCHBISHOP HANNA HIGH SCHOOL Sonoma, CA | 6.7 |
| Adelante High Riverbank, CA | 6.7 |
| Del Mar High San Gabriel, CA | 6.7 |
| Eagle Tree Continuation Carson, CA | 6.7 |
| FUSION ACADEMY BERKELEY Berkeley, CA | 6.7 |
| FUSION ACADEMY PASADENA DOWNTOWN Pasadena, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Reach Academy
What grades does Reach Academy serve?
Reach Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Reach Academy?
Reach Academy has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Reach Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Reach Academy is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Reach Academy rank in CA?
Reach Academy ranks #4,196 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Reach Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Reach Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Reach Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Reach Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Reach Academy a charter school?
No, Reach Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Reach Academy a Title I school?
No, Reach Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Reach Academy?
93.9% of students at Reach 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 431-1800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #9 of 51
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