Serving 756 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Emblem Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emblem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Emblem Academy's student population of 756 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emblem Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emblem Academy is 0.74, which is more 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
#850 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
31%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
30%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emblem Academy's ranking?
Emblem Academy is ranked #850 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Emblem Academy often compared to?
Emblem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emblem Academy?
756 students attend Emblem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Emblem Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emblem Academy?
Emblem Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Emblem Academy offer ?
Emblem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Emblem Academy part of?
Emblem Academy is part of Saugus Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Emblem Academy located?
Emblem Academy is located in the Saugus neighborhood of Santa Clarita, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Saugus.
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