Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, Mare Island Technology 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mare Island Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mare Island Technology Academy's student population of 278 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mare Island Technology 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 Mare Island Technology Academy is 0.68, 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
#6693 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
51%
55%
Black
11%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mare Island Technology Academy's ranking?
Mare Island Technology Academy is ranked #6693 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mare Island Technology Academy often compared to?
Mare Island Technology Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mit Academy, Elite Public by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mare Island Technology Academy?
278 students attend Mare Island Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mare Island Technology Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mare Island Technology Academy?
Mare Island Technology Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mare Island Technology Academy offer ?
Mare Island Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mare Island Technology Academy part of?
Mare Island Technology Academy is part of Mare Island Technology Academy School District.
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