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Scholarship Prep - Orange County

Elementary School · Scholarship Prep - Orange County District

1010 West 17th St., Santa Ana, CA 92706

Charter

Enrollment

657

Student-Teacher

28.6:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#8,981 of 9,539

In Santa Ana

#70 of 73

public schools

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Scholarship Prep - Orange County

3.5/10

Elementary School in Santa Ana · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Scholarship Prep - Orange County

Scholarship Prep - Orange County is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Scholarship Prep - Orange County District. Scholarship Prep - Orange County serves approximately 657 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 28.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Scholarship Prep - Orange County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,981 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Scholarship Prep - Orange County show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares2.7 pts below CA schools
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Scholarship Prep - Orange County runs 28.6:1 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.

Scholarship Prep - Orange County 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 Progress1.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-4.68 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio28.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,210
Chronic Absenteeism28.9%

Scholarship Prep - Orange County — Students at Scholarship Prep - Orange County score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 36.3% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 39.9% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2018
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
33.7%
ELA
39.2%
2024
Math
29.7%
ELA
36%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.

How Scholarship Prep - Orange County Compares

See how Scholarship Prep - Orange County performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
6th percentile in CA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
29:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

Location

1010 West 17th St., Santa Ana, CA 92706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scholarship Prep - Orange County may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heroes Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fremont Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wallace R. Davis Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Wilson Elementary Santa Ana 0.3 mi 6.2
LOVE 2 LEARN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana 0.3 mi
Willard Intermediate Santa Ana 0.3 mi 5.7
STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana 0.4 mi
STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL Santa Ana 0.4 mi
Heroes Elementary Santa Ana 0.5 mi 6.8
Santiago Elementary Santa Ana 0.6 mi 4.8
Gonzalo Felicitas Mendez Fundamental Intermediate Santa Ana 0.5 mi 7.0
El Sol Santa Ana Science and Arts Academy Santa Ana 0.6 mi 5.5
Middle College High Santa Ana 0.6 mi 8.5
Orange County Educational Arts Academy Santa Ana 0.7 mi 6.3
OCSA Santa Ana 0.7 mi 8.7
Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana 0.9 mi 6.3
George Washington Carver Elementary Santa Ana 0.9 mi 6.5
Wallace R. Davis Elementary Santa Ana 0.8 mi 6.6
Martin R. Heninger Elementary Santa Ana 1.0 mi 4.1
Santa Ana High Santa Ana 1.1 mi 6.0
Advanced Learning Academy Santa Ana 1.0 mi 7.1
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Ana 1.1 mi 3.5
Fremont Elementary Santa Ana 1.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,424

Median Home Value

$839,100

Median Rent

$1,890/mo

Population

37,191

College Educated

22.8%

Homeownership

51.2%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

36.7

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Citrus Glen Elementary Ventura, CA 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scholarship Prep - Orange County

What grades does Scholarship Prep - Orange County serve?

Scholarship Prep - Orange County serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Scholarship Prep - Orange County?

Scholarship Prep - Orange County has an enrollment of approximately 657 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scholarship Prep - Orange County?

The student-teacher ratio at Scholarship Prep - Orange County is 28.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scholarship Prep - Orange County rank in CA?

Scholarship Prep - Orange County ranks #8,981 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Scholarship Prep - Orange County's MySchoolScout rating?

Scholarship Prep - Orange County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Scholarship Prep - Orange County?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scholarship Prep - Orange County has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Scholarship Prep - Orange County a charter school?

Yes, Scholarship Prep - Orange County is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Scholarship Prep - Orange County a Title I school?

No, Scholarship Prep - Orange County is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scholarship Prep - Orange County?

92.5% of students at Scholarship Prep - Orange County 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher Ratio
28.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

District

Scholarship Prep - Orange County District
District Enrollment
657
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,210
District Rank
#1 of 1

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