Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Magnolia Public Schools provides a safe and nurturing community using a whole-child approach to provide a high-quality, college preparatory STEAM educational experience.
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana is 0.33, 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
#4566 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Magnolia Science Academy -Santa Ana (MSA-SA) is one of the Magnolia Public Schools founded as a public charter school in Fall 2009. MSA-SA currently serves over 550 students, grades TK through 12.
- MSA-SA is a classroom-based charter school serving grades TK12 with a curriculum emphasis on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. The school primarily serves students and parents in the Orange County area.
- Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana is ranked 69th within California and 7th within Orange County by U.S. Best High Schools Rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana's ranking?
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana is ranked #4566 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana often compared to?
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Anais often viewed alongside schools like Samueli Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana?
The graduation rate of Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana?
524 students attend Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana?
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana offer ?
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana part of?
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana is part of Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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