Serving 177 students in grades 9-12, Early College High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Early College High School's student population of 177 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Early College High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College High School is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#485 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
27%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College High School's ranking?
Early College High School is ranked #485 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Early College High School?
177 students attend Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Early College High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early College High School?
Early College High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Early College High School offer ?
Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Early College High School part of?
Early College High School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Early College High School located?
Early College High School is located in the Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Mesa Verde.
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