Serving 206 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Larry G. Meeks 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larry G. Meeks Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Larry G. Meeks Academy's student population of 206 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larry G. Meeks 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 Larry G. Meeks Academy is 0.77, 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
#5393 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
33%
55%
Black
28%
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 Larry G. Meeks Academy's ranking?
Larry G. Meeks Academy is ranked #5393 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Larry G. Meeks Academy?
206 students attend Larry G. Meeks Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Larry G. Meeks Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larry G. Meeks Academy?
Larry G. Meeks Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Larry G. Meeks Academy offer ?
Larry G. Meeks Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Larry G. Meeks Academy part of?
Larry G. Meeks Academy is part of Natomas Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Larry G. Meeks Academy located?
Larry G. Meeks Academy is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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