Serving 650 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Reach Leadership Steam Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reach Leadership Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Reach Leadership Steam Academy's student population of 650 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Rankings
Reach Leadership Steam 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 Reach Leadership Steam Academy is 0.67, 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
#2488 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
20%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Reach Leadership Steam Academy's ranking?
Reach Leadership Steam Academy is ranked #2488 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Reach Leadership Steam Academy often compared to?
Reach Leadership Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pachappa Elementary School, Alcott Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Reach Leadership Steam Academy?
650 students attend Reach Leadership Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Reach Leadership Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reach Leadership Steam Academy?
Reach Leadership Steam Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Reach Leadership Steam Academy offer ?
Reach Leadership Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Reach Leadership Steam Academy part of?
Reach Leadership Steam Academy is part of REACH Leadership Steam Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Reach Leadership Steam Academy located?
Reach Leadership Steam Academy is located in the University neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in University.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
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