Romero-cruz Academy

About Romero-cruz Academy

Romero-Cruz Academy is an independent school in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Founded in 2004, the school is committed to providing a rigorous college preparatory education in a safe, nurturing environment. The school is dedicated to developing the whole student, and its mission is to help students become independent thinkers and responsible citizens.
At Romero-Cruz Academy, students have the opportunity to explore their interests and develop their talents in a variety of ways. The school offers a wide range of classes, including core subjects such as math, science, and English, as well as electives in the arts, music, and physical education. In addition, students can participate in extracurricular activities such as sports, clubs, and community service projects.
Romero-Cruz Academy is also committed to developing a diverse community. The school celebrates cultural diversity and encourages students to appreciate different cultures and perspectives. Through its commitment to social justice, the school seeks to create a culture of inclusion and respect for all.
Romero-Cruz Academy is a place where students can grow and learn in an environment that is both challenging and supportive. The school is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential and become engaged, responsible citizens.

Address:	2701 W. Fifth St. Santa Ana, CA 92703
Phone:	(714) 480-2200
Site:	sausd.us
Grades:	K – 8
Enrollment:	901 students

Overview Romero-cruz Academy

Romero-cruz Academy serves 901 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Romero-cruz Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Romero-cruz Academy

Romero-cruz Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% 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 Romero-cruz Academy is 0.08, 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.