Classical Academy High

Summary:

Classical Academy High is a public charter high school located in Escondido, California, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 1,283 students. This exceptional school consistently ranks among the top high schools in the state, outperforming nearby public schools in the Escondido Union High and San Marcos Unified districts.

Classical Academy High's students excel academically, with 80.2% proficient or better in English Language Arts/Literacy, 52.05% in Mathematics, and 53.16% in Science, far surpassing the state averages. The school's four-year graduation rate is an impressive 98.1%, and its dropout rate is only 1.6%, both significantly better than state norms. The diverse student population, which includes 41.1% Hispanic and 37.1% White students, performs consistently well across different subgroups.

Compared to nearby public schools, San Pasqual High has lower proficiency rates in core subjects, while Escondido Charter High also performs well but is not as highly ranked as Classical Academy High. The school's exceptional academic performance, high graduation rates, and college-preparatory focus make it a standout institution in the Escondido area.


Detail:

Public, Charter 9-12

 207 East Pennsylvania Ave.
       Escondido, CA  92025-2808


(760) 480-9845

District: Classical Academy High District

SchoolDigger Rank:
143rd of 2,323 California High Schools


Student/teacher ratio:  44.0 Help
Number of students:  1,283

Racial breakdown:

White:
58.0%
Hispanic:
22.4%
Two or more races:
13.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  21.4% Help


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Compare Details Classical Academy High ranks better than 93.8% of high schools in California. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 91.02. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Classical Academy High freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Classical Academy High:

SchoolDigger ranks Classical Academy High 143rd of 2323 California public high schools. (See Classical Academy High in the ranking list.)

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Classical Academy High District:

SchoolDigger ranks Classical Academy High District 60th of 1568 California school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Classical Academy High

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Rank History for all students at Classical Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 75.86 440th 2133 79.4%
2022 91.06 187th 2123 91.2%
2023 82.83 278th 2348 88.2%
2024 91.02 143rd 2323 93.8%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Classical Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 24.64 330th 422 21.8%
2022 75.94 106th 515 79.4%
2023 64.66 218th 786 72.3%
2024 79.28 102nd 804 87.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Classical Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 45.61 559th 1547 63.9%
2024 74.33 170th 1534 88.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Classical Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 76.55 360th 1937 81.4%
2022 89.50 155th 1943 92.0%
2023 82.23 260th 2247 88.4%
2024 83.71 225th 2235 89.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Classical Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 81.87 289th 1833 84.2%
2022 89.15 190th 1858 89.8%
2023 82.41 261st 2118 87.7%
2024 87.39 177th 2098 91.6%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Classical Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 75.11 172nd 1117 84.6%
2022 91.95 65th 1161 94.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Classical Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 76.54 386th 1880 79.5%
2022 90.22 174th 1916 90.9%
2023 80.04 312th 2207 85.9%
2024 92.67 115th 2172 94.7%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Classical Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 90.54 121st 1814 93.3%
2022 97.67 46th 1861 97.5%
2023 72.93 362nd 2142 83.1%
2024 88.15 126th 2125 94.1%
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Rank History for White students at Classical Academy High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 60.83 471st 1222 61.5%
2022 71.00 313th 1204 74.0%
2023 69.04 318th 1434 77.8%
2024 81.19 149th 1406 89.4%
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Data source: test scores: California Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Classical Academy High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2019 790 10 45 223 2 2 133 0 1205
2020 827 13 42 246 2 0 141 0 1271
2021 856 14 42 260 1 0 156 0 1329
2022 759 16 38 262 1 2 166 2 1246
2023 744 18 47 288 0 2 177 7 1283

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Classical Academy High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2019 1205 49.5 24.3 11.5
2020 1271 n/a n/a 16.8
2021 1329 55.3 24.0 23.9
2022 1246 28.6 43.4 21.5
2023 1283 29.1 44.0 21.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Classical Academy High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2019 1205 49.5 24.3 11.5
2020 1271 n/a n/a 16.8
2021 1329 55.3 24.0 23.9
2022 1246 28.6 43.4 21.5
2023 1283 29.1 44.0 21.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Classical Academy High

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 440th of 2133 High schoolsRanks 278th of 2348 High schools
 8.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
11th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Classical Academy High)62.567.7
 5.3%
   11th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)57.355.4
 1.9%
11th Grade Mathematics (Classical Academy High)52.946.3
 6.6%
   11th Grade Mathematics (California)32.227.4
 4.9%
11th Grade Science (Classical Academy High)39.744.8
 5.1%
   11th Grade Science (California)30.431.7
 1.3%
12th Grade Science (Classical Academy High)23.137
 14%
   12th Grade Science (California)25.626.9
 1.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students12051283
 6.5%
African American1018
 80%
American Indian20
 100%
Asian4547
 4.4%
Hispanic223288
 29.1%
Pacific Islander22
White790744
 5.8%
Two or More Races133177
 33.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients11.5%21.4%
 9.8%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Classical Academy High

Students at Classical Academy High are 58% White, 22% Hispanic, 14% Two or more races, 4% Asian, 1% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,283 students attended Classical Academy High.

Yes. Classical Academy High ranks in the top 6.2% of California high schools.


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