Serving 330 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Urban Discovery Academy Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 84% 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: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Discovery Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Urban Discovery Academy Charter's student population of 330 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Urban Discovery Academy Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Discovery Academy Charter is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7240 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Discovery Academy Charter's ranking?
Urban Discovery Academy Charter is ranked #7240 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Discovery Academy Charter?
The graduation rate of Urban Discovery Academy Charter is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Discovery Academy Charter?
330 students attend Urban Discovery Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Urban Discovery Academy Charter students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Discovery Academy Charter?
Urban Discovery Academy Charter has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Urban Discovery Academy Charter offer ?
Urban Discovery Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Urban Discovery Academy Charter part of?
Urban Discovery Academy Charter is part of Urban Discovery Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Discovery Academy Charter located?
Urban Discovery Academy Charter is located in the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Village.
School Calendar
View the Urban Discovery Academy Charter yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School!!
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break-No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break-No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break-No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break-No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Large size classrooms, overwhelmed teachers, lack of leadership in the administration, more time spent on classroom behavior than students learning in the classroom. Classic problems with an inner city school. Charter schools must compete for students and this school fails its students.
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