Serving 513 students in grades 6-12, Science Academy Stem Magnet ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Science Academy Stem Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Science Academy Stem Magnet's student population of 513 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 110% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Science Academy Stem Magnet ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Science Academy Stem Magnet is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Science Academy Stem Magnet's ranking?
Science Academy Stem Magnet is ranked #2 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Science Academy Stem Magnet?
The graduation rate of Science Academy Stem Magnet is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Science Academy Stem Magnet?
513 students attend Science Academy Stem Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Science Academy Stem Magnet students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science Academy Stem Magnet?
Science Academy Stem Magnet has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Science Academy Stem Magnet offer ?
Science Academy Stem Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Science Academy Stem Magnet part of?
Science Academy Stem Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 1/24/2014
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