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Elementary SchoolsGrades K-8

Sierra Preparatory Academy

Santa Ana Unified · Orange County · 2021 North Grand Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705-1751

(714) 567-3500

1/10
#5559
Rank 5559 out of 5,722
English Language Arts1/10 · #5365 · 6th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #5681 · 1st percentile
Science1/10 · #5295 · 5th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Santa Ana is a dense, working-class city in the heart of Orange County, and Sierra Preparatory Academy reflects some of the real challenges that come with serving that community — families here are resilient, but the school's academic numbers suggest it may be a tough fit for those prioritizing test-score outcomes. That said, the K-8 structure can be a genuine draw for parents who want their kids to stay in one place through middle school, building familiarity and continuity in a city where stability matters. Families deeply rooted in Santa Ana who value a neighborhood school experience over a numbers-driven one may find more to appreciate here than the rankings alone suggest.

Student Demographics

510 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
501 (98%)
Other
9 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners351 (69%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged494 (97%)
Students with Disabilities125 (25%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

697
Enrollment
40.2
Teachers (FTE)
17.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #665 · 89th percentile

249 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found