California Preparatory Academy
11 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About California Preparatory Academy
California Preparatory Academy (CPA) is an independent, college preparatory school located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley. Founded in 1996, CPA offers a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum to students in grades 6-12. CPA is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).
At CPA, students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their individual talents. The school provides a comprehensive academic program that includes a wide range of courses in the humanities, sciences, mathematics, and the arts. CPA also offers a variety of extracurricular activities such as student government, service organizations, and clubs.
CPA has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. The school is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for students of all backgrounds. CPA also offers a variety of support services to help students succeed, including counseling, tutoring, and mentoring.
CPA is committed to helping students achieve their highest potential. The school’s dedicated faculty and staff strive to provide a positive learning environment that encourages students to reach their academic and personal goals. CPA is dedicated to helping students become successful, well-rounded individuals who are prepared for college and beyond.
Address:
32972 Calle Perfecto
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675Phone:
(949) 234-5317
Site:
Grades:
9 – 12
Enrollment:
257 students
Overview California Preparatory Academy
California Preparatory Academy serves 257 students in grades 9-12.
California Preparatory Academy placed in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Verdict on California Preparatory Academy
California Preparatory Academy is ranked within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of California Preparatory Academy is 0.39, 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.
