COLLEGE CONNECTION ACADEMY

College Connection Academy is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Franklin-McKinley Elementary school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 196 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, College Connection Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

**College Connection Academy (CCA)**, located in San Jose, California, is a specialized educational program operating under the Franklin-McKinley School District. The academy is designed to offer a unique, bridge-style learning environment that focuses on preparing middle school students for the rigors of high school and beyond. By fostering a culture of academic ambition, the school aims to support students in developing the foundational skills, study habits, and mindset necessary to succeed in advanced coursework and eventual college enrollment.

The academy emphasizes a personalized approach to education, leveraging the resources of the Franklin-McKinley district to provide students with a rigorous curriculum in a supportive, small-school setting. By focusing on early exposure to college-readiness standards, College Connection Academy seeks to narrow the achievement gap and provide students with a clear pathway to higher education. Through its dedicated mission, the school serves as a pivotal stepping stone for families looking to ensure their students are well-prepared for long-term academic and professional success.

For more information, contact College Connection Academy at (408) 347-4827 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.