Serving 24 students in grades 6-12, Magnolia Park ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnolia Park ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Magnolia Park's student population of 24 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Magnolia Park is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
54%
55%
Black
9%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magnolia Park?
The graduation rate of Magnolia Park is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Magnolia Park?
24 students attend Magnolia Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Magnolia Park students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnolia Park?
Magnolia Park has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Magnolia Park offer ?
Magnolia Park offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Magnolia Park part of?
Magnolia Park is part of Burbank Unified School District.
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