Serving 332 students in grades 9-12, Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology ranks in the top 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 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology's student population of 332 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology is 0.65, 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
#4421 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
54%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology's ranking?
Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology is ranked #4421 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology?
The graduation rate of Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology?
332 students attend Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology?
Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology offer ?
Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology part of?
Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology located?
Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology is located in the Linda Vista neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in Linda Vista.
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