Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy

About Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy

Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy is an innovative public charter school in Los Angeles, California. The school is named after Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman astronaut. The school focuses on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and seeks to develop a diverse student body that is prepared for college and career success.
At Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy, students benefit from a rigorous college prep curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. The school also provides a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and community service opportunities.
The school is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. In addition to the academic program, Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy offers a variety of support services, including counseling, health services, and career guidance.
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy is a great choice for families looking for a quality education that prepares students for college and career success. The school offers a rigorous curriculum, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and a supportive learning environment.

Address:	8110 Paramount Blvd. Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Phone:	(562) 801-7560
Site:	erusd.org
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	231 students

Overview Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy

Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy serves 231 students in grades 9-12.
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (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 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.

Verdict on Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy

Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy is ranked within the top 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 Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy is 0.06, 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.