Serving 22 students in grades 9-12, Reach Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reach Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Reach Academy's student population of 22 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
Empower, Engage, Excel
School Mascot
Wildcat
School Rankings
The diversity score of Reach Academy is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
36%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reach Academy?
The graduation rate of Reach Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Reach Academy?
22 students attend Reach Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Reach Academy students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reach Academy?
Reach Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Reach Academy offer ?
Reach Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Reach Academy part of?
Reach Academy is part of Grossmont Union High School District.
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