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Orange County School of the Arts
  • Public, Magnet, Charter
  • SANTA ANA, CA
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Orange County School of the Arts

#2 in Best Magnet High Schools in California
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet, Charter
  • 7-12
  • SANTA ANA, CA
  • 599 reviews
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Administration
      B+
    7. Sports
      unavailable
    8. Food
      A+
    9. Resources & Facilities
      A minus
    ocsarts.net
    (714) 560-9000
    1010 N. MAIN ST.
    SANTA ANA, CA 92701
    About Orange County School of the Arts...

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    Grades
    7-12
    Students
    2,217
    From Orange County School of the Arts

    Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA) offers a welcoming school culture that allows students to flourish as artists and scholars in a uniquely challenging and nurturing environment, preparing them to reach their highest potential.

    OCSA is a tuition-free, donation-dependent public charter school. Students receive rigorous college-preparatory academics alongside pre-professional arts training in their focused area of study. Students select from one of 17 arts conservatories offered within the schools of applied arts, dance, fine & media arts, music, and theatre.

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    85%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    70%
    Average Graduation Rate
    97%
    Average SAT
    1310
    407 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    321 responses
    AP Enrollment
    54%
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    Master Artist Series

    academic spotlight

    OCSA students have the unique opportunity to study with nationally renowned guest artists and academic professionals in master classes, workshops, performances, career discussions, panels, and more. These industry leaders have a profound impact on students’ education, often serving as mentors and inspiration as they advance to higher education and professional careers in the arts.

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    Living in the Area

    Santa Ana
    C+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      D minus
    Median Household Income
    $77,283
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,726
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $556,300
    National
    $244,900
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    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 68 responses
    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 68 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 265 responses
    • Halloween!!!!
      22%
    • Fridays where we have a DJ every week
      14%
    • Pride Day is a biggie.
      12%
    • Spirit Week, Culture Day
      10%
    • Any Holliday
      8%
    • Club Rush
      7%
    • Season Finale
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,217
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    13%
    92%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 73 responses
    97%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 73 responses
    4%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 73 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    16:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $109,726
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    8.3%
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 91 responses
    93%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 91 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 91 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $13,218 / year
    National
    $12,239
    96%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 103 responses
    49%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 103 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 103 responses

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