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#6853 of 9,539 schools in CA
Violet Heintz Education Academy
High School · Fresno County Office of Education
4939 East Yale Ave., Fresno, CA 93727
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,853 of 9,539
In Fresno
#140 of 175
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Fresno County Office of Education
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Violet Heintz Education Academy
Violet Heintz Education Academy is a public high school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno County Office of Education. Violet Heintz Education Academy serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Violet Heintz Education Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,853 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Violet Heintz Education Academy show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Violet Heintz Education 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 Violet Heintz Education 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.
Score Breakdown
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Violet Heintz Education Academy — Students at Violet Heintz Education Academy score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
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
→ 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: 9.7/10.
How Violet Heintz Education Academy Compares
See how Violet Heintz Education Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4939 East Yale Ave., Fresno, CA 93727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Violet Heintz Education Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Erma Duncan Polytechnical High (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McLane High (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Charter Fresno | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Ericson Elementary Fresno | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fresno | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ewing Elementary Fresno | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Norseman Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Irwin O. Addicott Fresno | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Scandinavian Middle Fresno | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Turner Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Helen Fresno | 1.4 mi | — |
| Creative Alternative School Fresno | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST HELENS SCHOOL Fresno | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Mollie S. Bakman Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| FRESNO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Fresno | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Fresno Adventist Academy Fresno | 1.3 mi | — |
| Viking Elementary Fresno | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| McLane High Fresno | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Erma Duncan Polytechnical High Fresno | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Ann B. Leavenworth Fresno | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Kings Canyon Middle Fresno | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Burroughs Elementary Fresno | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,247
Median Home Value
$370,300
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
83,630
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Violet Heintz Education Academy
What grades does Violet Heintz Education Academy serve?
Violet Heintz Education Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Violet Heintz Education Academy?
Violet Heintz Education Academy has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Violet Heintz Education Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Violet Heintz Education Academy is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Violet Heintz Education Academy rank in CA?
Violet Heintz Education Academy ranks #6,853 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Violet Heintz Education Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Violet Heintz Education Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Violet Heintz Education Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Violet Heintz Education Academy has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Violet Heintz Education Academy a charter school?
No, Violet Heintz Education Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Violet Heintz Education Academy a Title I school?
No, Violet Heintz Education Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Violet Heintz Education Academy?
85.7% of students at Violet Heintz Education 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Phone
- (559) 443-4863
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Fresno County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 706
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $256,479
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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