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Escondido Union High School District

Classical Academy High School

#4 in Best Charter High Schools in San Diego Area
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • 9-12
  • Escondido, CA
  • 168 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      A+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Classical Academy High School is a highly rated, public, charter school located in Escondido, CA. It has 1,247 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 26 to 1. According to state test scores, 47% of students are at least proficient in math and 72% in reading.
    About Classical Academy High School...
    School District
    Escondido Union High School District
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    Address
    207 East Pennsylvania Avenue
    Escondido, CA 92025
    Telephone
    (760) 480-9845
    Website
    classicalacademy.com

    Classical Academy High School Rankings

    Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.

    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    72%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    47%
    Average Graduation Rate
    97%
    Average SAT
    1260
    163 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    51 responses
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    Living in the Area
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      D+
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Median Household Income
    $58,834
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,318
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $396,200
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    94%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.16 responses
    Poll
    88%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.16 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 41 responses
    Report
    • End of the year party to sign yearbooks.
      20%
    • Lunch just to enjoy high school.
      17%
    • Athletic Activities
      15%
    • Homecoming week and prom as well
      12%
    • Homecoming pep rally, it's fun.
      10%
    • Homecoming since I met new friends and bonded.
      7%
    • Spirit weeks
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,247
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    15%
    71%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.17 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.17 responses
    41%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.17 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    26:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $59,200
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    0%
    88%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.25 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.25 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.25 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,257/ year
    National
    $12,239
    76%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.25 responses
    36%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.25 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.25 responses
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    Classical Academy High School Reviews

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    The community at Classical Academy is fantastic, very involved & helpful. They maintain a truly caring & concerned atmosphere for students & parents alike. Safety is also utmost important here & well monitored. The teachers & staff are very supportive, providing a diverse education & challenging academics to prepare students for college & life after HS. Resources are readily available (such as tutoring) & students are encouraged to use these helpful & beneficial opportunities to improve their grades/scores.
    My daughter went here for her 9th grade (before moving out of the area) & we would highly recommend this charter school for an exceptional education that surpasses a "regular" school setting by far!
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    I attended CAHS all four years of my high school career and absolutely loved it! The teachers and admin really care about your personal success and well-being, not just your grades. The students are kind and considerate of their classmates and overall pretty respectful of their teachers. There are so many other good things about the school, but to keep it brief, I'll just leave it at this: Small campus, nurturing academic environment, pretty accepting student body. This is not your average high school.
    Classical Academy has prepared me academically and socially to work hard, dream big, and care for others. My school encourages my dream of dancing and provides wonderful teachers and assistance. Classical Academy makes community a priority, and they care deeply about their students. I would highly recommend this school to my peers.
    Classical Academy also provides many extracurricular activities to choose from such as dance, football, tennis, cheerleading, and many more. They also have many different clubs and student bodies that inspire students to become self-led and independent learners.