Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Tustin Connect ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tustin Connect ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Tustin Connect's student population of 268 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Motto
Change the setting. Change the story. Thrive.
School Rankings
Tustin Connect ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tustin Connect is 0.70, which is more 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
#1852 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
20%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Tustin Connect's ranking?
Tustin Connect is ranked #1852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tustin Connect?
The graduation rate of Tustin Connect is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tustin Connect?
268 students attend Tustin Connect.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Tustin Connect students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tustin Connect?
Tustin Connect has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tustin Connect offer ?
Tustin Connect offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Tustin Connect part of?
Tustin Connect is part of Tustin Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Tustin Connect yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First day of School
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day Back from Winter Recess
January 05, 2027 (Tuesday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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