Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology 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
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology's student population of 527 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology 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 Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology is 0.73, 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
#1254 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
38%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology's ranking?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology is ranked #1254 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology often compared to?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Mariposa Elementary School, Olinda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology?
527 students attend Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology offer ?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology part of?
Falcon Academy Of Science And Technology is part of Brea-Olinda Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK (Calendar)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Black History Month (Calendar)
February 01, 2025 (Saturday)
First Day of Women's History Month (Calendar)
March 01, 2025 (Saturday)
SPRING BREAK (Calendar)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (Calendar)
May 01, 2025 (Thursday)
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