Serving 131 students in grades 6-8, Katherine Johnson Stem 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy's student population of 131 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Katherine Johnson Stem 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 Katherine Johnson Stem 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
#5860 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
41%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Katherine Johnson Stem Academy's ranking?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy is ranked #5860 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Katherine Johnson Stem Academy?
131 students attend Katherine Johnson Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Katherine Johnson Stem Academy students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Katherine Johnson Stem Academy?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Katherine Johnson Stem Academy offer ?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Katherine Johnson Stem Academy part of?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Katherine Johnson Stem Academy located?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
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