Serving 490 students in grades 7-12, Umoja International Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Umoja International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Umoja International Academy's student population of 490 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Umoja International Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Umoja International Academy is 0.71, 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
#7221 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Umoja International Academy's ranking?
Umoja International Academy is ranked #7221 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Umoja International Academy often compared to?
Umoja International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sutter Middle School, California Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Umoja International Academy?
The graduation rate of Umoja International Academy is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Umoja International Academy?
490 students attend Umoja International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Umoja International Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Umoja International Academy?
Umoja International Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Umoja International Academy offer ?
Umoja International Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Umoja International Academy part of?
Umoja International Academy is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Umoja International Academy located?
Umoja International Academy is located in the East Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in East Sacramento.
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