Olive Crest Academy in Santa Ana, CA, serves 156 students in grades K–12 within a nonsectarian special education program.
The school is located in a large suburban community and employs 15 teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 10:1.
Approximately 63% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Olive Crest Academy is a coeducational institution offering K–12 education in a suburban setting.
The school participates in other school associations and operates within the Santa Ana area private special education sector.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
156 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
63%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Olive Crest Academy?
The application deadline for Olive Crest Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Olive Crest Academy is Padre Pio Academy (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Columban School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Children Of Light Preschool (0.6 miles away)
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Children Of Light Preschool
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