Serving 61 students in grades 7-12, East Hills Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Hills Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
East Hills Academy's student population of 61 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Hills Academy is 0.42, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are East Hills Academy often compared to?
East Hills Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Davila Day by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Hills Academy?
The graduation rate of East Hills Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Hills Academy?
61 students attend East Hills Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of East Hills Academy students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Hills Academy?
East Hills Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does East Hills Academy offer ?
East Hills Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is East Hills Academy part of?
East Hills Academy is part of Sweetwater Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is East Hills Academy located?
East Hills Academy is located in the Otay Ranch neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Otay Ranch.
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