Serving 739 students in grades 6-8, Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy's student population of 739 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1828 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
86%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy's ranking?
Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy is ranked #1828 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy often compared to?
Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Richardson Prep Hi Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy?
739 students attend Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy?
Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy offer ?
Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy part of?
Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy located?
Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy is located in the San Gorgonio neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in San Gorgonio.
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