About This School
Learning Choice Academy is located in San Diego, CA and is one of 229 schools in San Diego Unified School District. It is a charter school that serves 565 students in grades K-12.
Charter schools are public schools, but differ from traditional public schools in that they are independent and are operated by educators, parents, community leaders, educational entrepreneurs, or others. Funding for charter schools is based on designated local or state educational organizations. Those organizations are responsible for monitoring and assessing the quality and effectiveness of education, but permit the schools to operate outside of the traditional public school education system.
Learning Choice Academy did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of California in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Learning Choice Academy's test results to learn more about school performance.
A school's Academic Performance Index (API) is a scale that ranges from 200 to 1000 and is calculated from the school's performance in the Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program. The state has set 800 as the API target for all schools to meet.
Learning Choice Academy had an API growth score of 732 in 2011. California uses the Academic Performance Index (API) to measure annual school performance and year-to-year improvement. Learning Choice Academy's 2011 base score was 733 and the school did not meet its 2011 school-wide growth target.
In 2008, Learning Choice Academy had 27 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The California average is 21 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Learning Choice Academy's students and teachers. more
Charter schools are public schools, but differ from traditional public schools in that they are independent and are operated by educators, parents, community leaders, educational entrepreneurs, or others. Funding for charter schools is based on designated local or state educational organizations. Those organizations are responsible for monitoring and assessing the quality and effectiveness of education, but permit the schools to operate outside of the traditional public school education system.
Learning Choice Academy did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of California in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Learning Choice Academy's test results to learn more about school performance.
A school's Academic Performance Index (API) is a scale that ranges from 200 to 1000 and is calculated from the school's performance in the Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program. The state has set 800 as the API target for all schools to meet.
Learning Choice Academy had an API growth score of 732 in 2011. California uses the Academic Performance Index (API) to measure annual school performance and year-to-year improvement. Learning Choice Academy's 2011 base score was 733 and the school did not meet its 2011 school-wide growth target.
In 2008, Learning Choice Academy had 27 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The California average is 21 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Learning Choice Academy's students and teachers. more
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San Diego Unified District Spending
$10,305Per Pupil
The San Diego Unified spends $10,305 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 56% on instruction, 41% on support services, 3% on other elementary and secondary expenditures. More about San Diego Unified District
Education.com TestRating
The Education.com TestRating is a number (1-10) calculated by Education.com that provides an overview of a school’s test performance for a given year, by comparing the school’s state standardized test results to those of other schools in the same state. For California, the TestRating is calculated using a school's 2011 CST Results for all subjects tested.
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Schools Nearby
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| School Name distance | TestRating | Community Rating |
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| Sierra Schools of California 0.1 miles | n/a | |
| Scripps Ranch High School 0.3 miles |  |
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| Miramar Ranch Elementary School 0.8 miles |  |
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| Hage Elementary School 0.8 miles | |
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| Walker Elementary School 0.9 miles |  |
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School Facts
- Charter School
- Grades K-12
- San Diego Unified School District
Did not make AYP
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Contact
Learning Choice Academy9950 Scripps Lake Dr
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 536-8388
www.learningchoice.org
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Test Scores
About the CST
What is it?
The California Standards Test (CST) is an annual exam used to measure a student's mastery of the state's grade-level academic standards. The CST is one of the five components of the STAR Program.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Students are assessed in grades 2 through 11 in English language arts and math, in grades 5, 8 and 10 in science, and in grades 8, 10 and 11 in history/social science. In grades 9 through 11, students may also be assessed in math and science, depending on course enrollment.
How is it Scored?
Students receive one of five ratings: far below basic, below basic, basic, proficient or advanced. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
About the CAHSEE
What is it?
The California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) is used to measure student mastery of specific skills as determined by the state. Students must pass both sections of the exam in order to graduate from high school.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Each student is assessed in grade 10 in English language arts and math. Students can retake the exam up to five times after grade 10.
How is it Scored?
The CAHSEE is an untimed pass/fail test. The goal is for all students to pass both sections of the test.
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TestRating
4 out of 10
The Education.com TestRating is a number (1-10) calculated by Education.com that provides an overview of a school’s test performance for a given year, by comparing the school’s state standardized test results to those of other schools in the same state. For California, the TestRating is calculated using a school's 2011 CST Results for all subjects tested.
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Enrollment (2010)
Total: 565
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Student Economic Level (2010)
In 2010, Learning Choice Academy had 44% of students eligible for free or reduced price lunch programs. California had 52% of eligible students for free or reduced price lunch programs. Eligibility for the National School Lunch Program is based on family income levels.Student Ethnicity (2010)
White
48%
Hispanic
36%
Asian/Pacific Islander
8%
Black
4%
Two or More Races
3%
American Indian/Alaskan Native
2%
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27:1STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO
In 2010, Learning Choice Academy had 27 students for every full-time equivalent teacher.
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Learning Choice Academy
T_Bosteder: I love this school. You're able to home school your child with the option of having them go into school 1, 2, or 3 days a week. The teachers and staff are very nice and helpful. My son will go to this school until he graduates. :)
Submitted by a Parent on Jan 12, 2012
Learning Choice Academy
4
So far, we are really enjoying TLC. Our EP, Cori, is flexible and fantastic. She is packed with helpful suggestions! The school actually offers MUCH MORE field-trip option then we can currently enjoy. The curriculum choices need a bit more in their selections but so far, so good!
I only wish they had weekly classes for grades past K.
I only wish they had weekly classes for grades past K.
Submitted by a Parent on Jan 5, 2010
About San Diego, CA
Demographics Based on 2000 Census (latest available)
| San Diego | National | |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $45,733 | $44,512 |
| Population Median Age | 34 | 36 |
| % of Homes With Kids | 29% | 31.4% |
| Average Household Size | 2.61 persons | 2.6 |
| % Owning / % Renting | 50% / 50% | 66%/33% |
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