Serving 9 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North State Aspire Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North State Aspire Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North State Aspire Academy's student population of 9 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
North State Aspire Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North State Aspire Academy is 0.60, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 North State Aspire Academy's ranking?
North State Aspire Academy is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North State Aspire Academy?
9 students attend North State Aspire Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of North State Aspire Academy students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North State Aspire Academy?
North State Aspire Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North State Aspire Academy offer ?
North State Aspire Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is North State Aspire Academy part of?
North State Aspire Academy is part of Cascade Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is North State Aspire Academy located?
North State Aspire Academy is located in the Cascade neighborhood of Anderson, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Cascade.
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