California Connections Academy Monterey Bay is a public charter virtual school serving grades K-12 in Scotts Valley, California, with a diverse student population of 27.52% White, 40.76% Hispanic, 14.29% Asian, and 15.34% two or more races.
The school stands out in several key areas. Its 71.2% four-year graduation rate in 2022-2023 is higher than the nearby Liberty (Alternative) school at 70.7%, though lower than the state average of 88.1%. In academic performance, California Connections Academy Monterey Bay outperformed the state average in several Smarter Balanced Assessments and CAST tests, with 61.54% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts/Literacy compared to the state average of 55.41%. The school also had lower chronic absenteeism at 18.9% compared to nearby PVUSD Virtual Academy at 46.8% and Liberty (Alternative) at 65.1%.
When compared to other virtual schools in the area, such as PVUSD Virtual Academy and Pacific Coast Charter, California Connections Academy Monterey Bay generally outperformed them in test scores, graduation rates, and chronic absenteeism. However, its lower graduation rate compared to the state average suggests that the virtual setting may present unique challenges for some students. The school's diverse student population and fluctuating student-teacher ratio are also noteworthy factors that may contribute to its educational outcomes.
California Connections Academy Monterey Bay ranks 1435th of 5868 California alternative schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.
California Connections Academy Monterey Bay District
Students at California Connections Academy Monterey Bay are 41% Hispanic, 28% White, 15% Two or more races, 14% Asian, 1% Not Specified.
In the 2022-23 school year, 476 students attended California Connections Academy Monterey Bay.