School Highlights
Bellus Academy-El Cajon serves 226 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Minority enrollment: 89%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Bellus Academy-El Cajon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
Bellus Academy-El Cajon
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
315 staff
Student Body
The student population of Bellus Academy-El Cajon has grown by 94% over five years.
The Bellus Academy-El Cajon diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
226 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
32:1
# Full-Time Students
226 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
226 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
5%
n/a
% Asian
15%
13%
% Hispanic
1%
47%
% Black
37%
7%
% White
11%
23%
% Hawaiian
30%
1%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
75%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,000
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,917
$10,063
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jeliane Mercado - Participated in Kansas City Fashion Week. -
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Bellus Academy-El Cajon?
Bellus Academy-El Cajon famous alumni include: Jeliane Mercado - Participated in Kansas City Fashion Week..
What is Bellus Academy-El Cajon's ranking?
Bellus Academy-El Cajon ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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