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#2861 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 30% in state

Reach Leadership Steam Academy

Elementary School · REACH Leadership STEAM Academy District

231 East Alessandro Blvd. Ste. A-448, Riverside, CA 92508

Charter

Enrollment

650

Student-Teacher

28.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,861 of 9,539

In Riverside

#7 of 78

public schools

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Reach Leadership Steam Academy

7.3/10

Elementary School in Riverside · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Reach Leadership Steam Academy

Reach Leadership Steam Academy is a public elementary school in Riverside, CA, part of REACH Leadership STEAM Academy District. Reach Leadership Steam Academy serves approximately 650 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 28.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Reach Leadership Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,861 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Reach Leadership Steam Academy show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Reach Leadership Steam Academy runs 28.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Reach Leadership Steam 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.13 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio28.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,561
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Reach Leadership Steam Academy — Students at Reach Leadership Steam Academy score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
45.7%
ELA
59.4%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
47.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Reach Leadership Steam Academy Compares

See how Reach Leadership Steam Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in CA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
28:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

Location

231 East Alessandro Blvd. Ste. A-448, Riverside, CA 92508

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Reach Leadership Steam Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF RIVERSIDE (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Longfellow Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF RIVERSIDE Riverside 0.2 mi 7.6
Islamic Academy of Riverside Riverside 0.2 mi
University Heights Middle Riverside 0.5 mi 5.2
Highland Elementary Riverside 0.5 mi 2.7
UC RIVERSIDE EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES Riverside 0.5 mi
John W. North High Riverside 0.7 mi 5.7
Stone Ridge Academy Riverside Riverside 1.0 mi
Emerson Elementary Riverside 1.5 mi 3.6
Longfellow Elementary Riverside 1.4 mi 5.6
Riverside STEM Academy Riverside 1.5 mi 7.6
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Riverside 1.8 mi
Fremont Elementary Riverside 2.0 mi 5.4
Abraham Lincoln Continuation Riverside 1.9 mi 6.6
Highgrove Elementary Riverside 2.4 mi 4.0
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Riverside 2.2 mi 6.1
Immanuel Lutheran Elementary Riverside 2.5 mi
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Riverside 2.5 mi 5.5
Alcott Elementary Riverside 2.5 mi 5.1
Grand Terrace High Sch at the Ray Abril Jr. Edal Complex Grand Terrace 2.7 mi 7.9
Riverside Virtual Riverside 2.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,485

Median Home Value

$656,800

Median Rent

$2,560/mo

Population

36,777

College Educated

38.4%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

33.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Reach Leadership Steam Academy

What grades does Reach Leadership Steam Academy serve?

Reach Leadership Steam Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Reach Leadership Steam Academy?

Reach Leadership Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 650 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Reach Leadership Steam Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Reach Leadership Steam Academy is 28.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Reach Leadership Steam Academy rank in CA?

Reach Leadership Steam Academy ranks #2,861 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Reach Leadership Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Reach Leadership Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Leadership Steam Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Reach Leadership Steam Academy has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Reach Leadership Steam Academy a charter school?

Yes, Reach Leadership Steam Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Reach Leadership Steam Academy a Title I school?

No, Reach Leadership Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Reach Leadership Steam Academy?

55.7% of students at Reach Leadership Steam 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher Ratio
28.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Riverside County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

REACH Leadership STEAM Academy District
District Enrollment
650
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,561
District Rank
#1 of 1

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