Santa Rosa Academy, Menifee CA - Test Scores & Data

Original Research by School Decision on Santa Rosa Academy

Santa Rosa Academy is a K-12 charter school in Menifee serving a student body drawn from a rapidly growing suburban community. The school enrolls students across all grade levels, with enrollment concentrated in elementary and early middle grades, and operates within the broader context of Menifee's demographic and economic shifts.

On state assessments, Santa Rosa Academy shows mixed results. English language arts proficiency sits around the middle range, with elementary grades in the upper half and middle grades more moderate. Mathematics performance is notably weaker, particularly in grades five and six where proficiency drops substantially. Science results, where tested in grades five and eight, also sit below proficiency benchmarks. When averaged across tested grades and subjects, the school's overall proficiency index places it in the top quartile among districts in Riverside County, a meaningful position that reflects strength in ELA offsetting lower mathematics and science numbers. The school has only one year of reported data, so trend information is not available; a parent may want to check with the school for longer-term performance context.

The student body is diverse. Hispanic students make up the largest share, followed by white students. Asian students, Black students, and smaller populations round out the enrollment. A modest share of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Data on students with individualized education plans and English learners was not reported, so a parent should ask the school directly about those support services.

Santa Rosa Academy is carving out a distinctive pathway through its Early College High School Program, approved in 2023. High school students have the opportunity to earn substantial college credits during their final years, potentially graduating with the equivalent of a two-year degree. This removes a significant financial and time barrier for families pursuing postsecondary education and reshapes the college trajectory for students who take full advantage. A major expansion is underway: a new facility called Monterey Hall is set to open in mid-2026, adding classroom space and a dedicated performing-arts venue, indicating the school is preparing for growth and expanding program breadth.

Menifee itself is a young, rapidly expanding suburban city in southwestern Riverside County, built out from several established residential communities including the over-55 master-planned Sun City. The city center is car-oriented, anchored by a freeway interchange rather than a walkable downtown. Local character is predominantly residential and family-focused, with newer development coalescing around the Menifee Town Center mixed-use plan. Parks, trails, and outdoor recreation are abundant. Major employers include Mt. San Jacinto College, Valley Health System, retail chains, construction and manufacturing firms, and Southern California Edison. Transit is provided by the Riverside Transit Agency, though service is sparse and car dependency is the norm. Population growth has been among the fastest in California; the city incorporated in 2005 and has grown to a mid-sized suburban population with a projected continued expansion. Housing values in the zip code are moderate relative to California and moderately below the state benchmark. Rents have edged upward slightly. The broader economic environment shows stable unemployment and median household income above the national average, though mortgage rates remain elevated.

For families considering Santa Rosa Academy, the school offers a charter alternative with a growing roster of program options, particularly appealing to those interested in early college pathways. Academic performance is uneven, with language arts relatively solid and mathematics notably weaker; families should have specific conversations with the school about how it addresses the math proficiency gap and what interventions or supports are available. The location in fast-growing Menifee means families are investing in a community with substantial ongoing development, expanding services, and a young demographic profile.

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Academic performance

State test results and graduation outcomes.

Graduation rate (ACGR)

>=95%Cohort of 125 students · Class of 2021

The federal source publishes a banded range instead of an exact rate when the graduating cohort is small enough that an exact number could risk identifying individual students.

How this school compares to all schools in this state

Each dot is one school’s SY 2020-21 graduation rate, binned by integer rate. Taller columns mean more schools at that rate. This school is highlighted.

2,394 schools plotted. 142 additional schools' rates are federally suppressed and not shown. Data: EDFacts SY 2020-21.

Math

Grade 362%

School 62% · district not reported

▲ 19 pts above state median · ▲ 25 pts above county median

Grade 460%

School 60% · district not reported

▲ 23 pts above state median · ▲ 30 pts above county median

Grade 544%

School 44% · district not reported

▲ 13 pts above state median · ▲ 19 pts above county median

Grade 634%

School 34% · district not reported

▲ 3 pts above state median · ▲ 9 pts above county median

Grade 740%

School 40% · district not reported

▲ 10 pts above state median · ▲ 17 pts above county median

Grade 839%

School 39% · district not reported

▲ 11 pts above state median · ▲ 16 pts above county median

English language arts

Grade 362%

School 62% · district not reported

▲ 22 pts above state median · ▲ 25 pts above county median

Grade 458%

School 58% · district not reported

▲ 16 pts above state median · ▲ 21 pts above county median

Grade 560%

School 60% · district not reported

▲ 15 pts above state median · ▲ 19 pts above county median

Grade 654%

School 54% · district not reported

▲ 11 pts above state median · ▲ 13 pts above county median

Grade 763%

School 63% · district not reported

▲ 17 pts above state median · ▲ 20 pts above county median

Grade 856%

School 56% · district not reported

▲ 11 pts above state median · ▲ 14 pts above county median

Science

Grade 547%

School 47% · district not reported

▲ 19 pts above state median · ▲ 24 pts above county median

Grade 844%

School 44% · district not reported

▲ 18 pts above state median · ▲ 19 pts above county median

This schoolDistrict average, same grade

Graduation rate (ACGR) reflects the federally published Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate for the most recent year available. We refresh this data annually at the close of each academic year in June. The federal source publishes a banded rate (for example, "90-94%") instead of an exact number for cohorts small enough to risk identifying individual students. The state distribution chart, where shown, plots every school in the state with a published rate or band; schools whose rate is federally suppressed are excluded. Where the federal source publishes a band rather than an exact rate, the school is placed within its band using a stable, ID-derived offset, so its position is consistent across visits.

Proficiency by household income

English language arts

Grade 3Lower-income57%Higher-income65%8 pp gap

Grade 4Lower-income43%Higher-income63%20 pp gap

Grade 5Lower-income67%Higher-income59%8 pp gap

Grade 6Lower-income48%Higher-income57%9 pp gap

Grade 7Lower-income39%Higher-income71%32 pp gap

Grade 8Lower-income48%Higher-income59%11 pp gap

Mathematics

Grade 3Lower-income50%Higher-income66%16 pp gap

Grade 4Lower-income38%Higher-income67%29 pp gap

Grade 5Lower-income54%Higher-income41%13 pp gap

Grade 6Lower-income25%Higher-income37%12 pp gap

Grade 7Lower-income16%Higher-income49%32 pp gap

Grade 8Lower-income27%Higher-income43%16 pp gap