Very Good
#458 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 26% of private schools
Spirit Academy
School
815 S ESPLANADE, Orange, CA 92869
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#458 of 1,787
In Orange
#2 of 12
public schools
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About Spirit Academy
Spirit Academy is a private school in Orange, CA. Spirit Academy serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Spirit Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #458 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, Spirit 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Spirit Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Spirit 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
BetaHow Spirit Academy compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Orange, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Spirit Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Jordan Academy of Language and Computer Science | 5.9 |
| McPherson Magnet | 7.1 |
| La Veta Elementary | 6.2 |
| El Modena High | 7.0 |
| Esplanade Elementary | 4.1 |
| OUSD Home Sch | 7.2 |
| OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy | 3.2 |
| OUSD Community Day | — |
| Prospect Elementary | 7.0 |
| Orange County Classical Academy | 5.5 |
| Santiago Middle | 7.0 |
| Palmyra GATE Magnet | 7.5 |
| Handy Elementary | 6.2 |
| Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter | 7.7 |
| Cambridge Elementary | 4.2 |
| Linda Vista Elementary | 6.7 |
| Chapman Hills Elementary | 5.5 |
| Orange High | 6.3 |
| Yorba Middle | 6.6 |
| California iInspire Academy | 5.8 |
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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
815 S ESPLANADE, Orange, CA 92869
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spirit Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE PRENTICE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby North Tustin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foothill High (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Tustin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Panorama Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spirit Academy Orange | 0.0 mi | — |
| THE PRENTICE SCHOOL North Tustin | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| The Prentice School North Tustin | 0.2 mi | — |
| Jordan Academy of Language and Computer Science Orange | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Hewes Middle Tustin | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| McPherson Magnet Orange | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Foothill High Tustin | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| La Veta Elementary Orange | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| FOOTHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | — |
| El Modena High Orange | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Tustin | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| La Purisima Catholic School Orange | 1.2 mi | — |
| LA PURISIMA SCHOOL Orange | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| LEARNING CORNER North Tustin | 1.3 mi | — |
| Esplanade Elementary Orange | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Panorama Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Guin Foss Elementary Tustin | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL, NORTH TUSTIN CAMPUS North Tustin | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Fairmont Private Schools Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
| Prospect Elementary Orange | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spirit Academy
What grades does Spirit Academy serve?
Spirit Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Spirit Academy?
Spirit Academy has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spirit Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Spirit Academy is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Spirit Academy rank in CA?
Spirit Academy ranks #458 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Spirit Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Spirit Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Spirit Academy a private school?
Yes, Spirit Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Spirit Academy a religious school?
Spirit Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 130
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 731-2630
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