Serving 300 students in grades 9-12, Lorin Griset Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorin Griset Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lorin Griset Academy's student population of 300 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Puma
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lorin Griset Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lorin Griset Academy is 0.02, 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
#9550 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorin Griset Academy's ranking?
Lorin Griset Academy is ranked #9550 out of 9,602 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lorin Griset Academy?
The graduation rate of Lorin Griset Academy is 60-64%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lorin Griset Academy?
300 students attend Lorin Griset Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lorin Griset Academy students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorin Griset Academy?
Lorin Griset Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lorin Griset Academy offer ?
Lorin Griset Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lorin Griset Academy part of?
Lorin Griset Academy is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lorin Griset Academy located?
Lorin Griset Academy is located in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Bella Vista.
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