Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, East Palo Alto Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Palo Alto Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
East Palo Alto Academy's student population of 278 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
All students will graduate college-ready, empowered with the knowledge, skills and passion to positively impact their own lives, their community and the global society.
School Rankings
East Palo Alto Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Palo Alto Academy is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8848 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Palo Alto Academy's ranking?
East Palo Alto Academy is ranked #8848 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are East Palo Alto Academy often compared to?
East Palo Alto Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Menlo-atherton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Palo Alto Academy?
The graduation rate of East Palo Alto Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Palo Alto Academy?
278 students attend East Palo Alto Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of East Palo Alto Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Palo Alto Academy?
East Palo Alto Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does East Palo Alto Academy offer ?
East Palo Alto Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Palo Alto Academy part of?
East Palo Alto Academy is part of East Palo Alto Academy School District.
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