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Santa Ana Unified School District

Middle College High School

#436 in Niche Standout High Schools in America
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Alternative
  • 9-12
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 212 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      C
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      B-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C-
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Middle College High School is an above average, public, alternative school located in Santa Ana, CA. It has 348 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 24 to 1. According to state test scores, 52% of students are at least proficient in math and 87% in reading.
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    (714) 953-3900
    1530 W. 17th St.
    Santa Ana, CA 92706
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    Middle College 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
    87%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    52%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1070
    106 responses
    Average ACT
    21
    27 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-
    Median Household Income
    $59,502
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,565
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $362,779
    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
    83%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.23 responses
    Poll
    83%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.23 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 31 responses
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    • The school dances.
      39%
    • Classes
      29%
    • Being able to participate in school activities.
      13%
    • Pep rallies
      10%
    • Spirit Week
      6%
    • Pep rallies
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    C
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    348
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    74%
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.27 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.27 responses
    30%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.27 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    24:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $93,323
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    0%
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.30 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.30 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.30 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $11,458/ year
    National
    $12,239
    59%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.34 responses
    21%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.34 responses
    44%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.34 responses
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    Middle College High School Reviews

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    Over the four years of attending Middle College High School, I can say that it was all worth it in the end. Although my experience at this school was not like any ordinary high school student, I definitely had the opportunity to complete college courses along with high school classes. I had the opportunity to explore classes across different departments where I was able to narrow down the options for what major to pursue in. The college courses that I completed have been transferred to the university I currently attend which has saved me time and money. Additionally, the school's atmosphere feels welcoming .The school is small which has made it easier to communicate with the teachers/professors and get to know other students across all grades. Furthermore, something I would change about this school would be adding activities that will want students to participate in. The food would be also another factor I would change. Overall, its great academically.
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    I loved that I am able to take both college classes and high school classes at the same time because it challenges me. This school was a big culture change because I had to mature very quickly because I was no longer in middle school. I was a high school and college student! This school is great because it truly does change you into a mature person. This school also creates a small little family with every grade level because that's just how close we all get.
    Middle college high school is a very great school. This school gives you the opportunity to take two years of college classes while being in high school. When you graduate, you are also given the opportunity to get an AA degree. That’s just what this school is, full of possibility. It challenges you to do your best. I just think it’s a great place to start your high school and college experience at the same time.