Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Running Springs Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Running Springs Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Running Springs Academy's student population of 622 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Running Springs Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Running Springs Academy is 0.74, 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
#1186 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Running Springs Academy's ranking?
Running Springs Academy is ranked #1186 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Running Springs Academy often compared to?
Running Springs Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Rim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Running Springs Academy?
622 students attend Running Springs Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Running Springs Academy students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Running Springs Academy?
Running Springs Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Running Springs Academy offer ?
Running Springs Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Running Springs Academy part of?
Running Springs Academy is part of Orange Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Running Springs Academy located?
Running Springs Academy is located in the Anaheim Hills neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Anaheim Hills.
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