At a glance
Reported students
524
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
29.22
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California other enrollment
72nd percentile
Compared with 564 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
524
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana: 524 reported students.
State peer staffing position
49th percentile
17.9:1 reported; state peer median 18:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 513
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.3:1
What the reported data says about Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana is a public combined / other school serving grades KG–12 in Santa Ana. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana District. NCES reports 524 students for 2024–25.
Among 564 combined / other schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 220 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 72nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.9:1, close to the California median of 18:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (81.1%) and White (13.7%). English learners represent 32.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 7 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana
- 1How do the reported 17.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 29.22 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 32.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 79.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White13.7%
- Hispanic81.1%
- Black1.3%
- Asian2.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
7 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Ana Virtual Academy Other · Santa Ana Unified | KG–12 | — | 1.1 mi |
| Mitchell Child Development Other · Santa Ana Unified | Not reported | — | 1.6 mi |
| Advanced Learning Academy Other · Charter · Santa Ana Unified | KG–12 | 363 | 3 mi |
| Jordan Secondary Learning Center Other · Garden Grove Unified | Not reported | 97 | 3 mi |
| ACCESS Juvenile Hall Other · Orange County Department of Education | KG–12 | 186 | 3.1 mi |
| Citrus Springs Charter Other · Charter · Citrus Springs Charter District | KG–12 | 477 | 3.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana
What grades does Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana serve?
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana reports grades KG–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana District.
How many students attend Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana?
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana reported 524 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 72nd percentile among 564 California combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 513 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana?
The calculated ratio is 17.9:1, based on 524 students and 29.22 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 18:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana a public, charter, or magnet school?
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
79.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana in?
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana is part of Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana District, based in Santa Ana, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Santa Ana Virtual Academy (1.1 mi), Mitchell Child Development (1.6 mi), Advanced Learning Academy (3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.