Serving 492 students in grades 9-12, Odyssey Stem Academy 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 75-79% (which is higher 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 97% 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: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odyssey Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Odyssey Stem Academy's student population of 492 students has grown by 261% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 228% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Odyssey Stem Academy 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 Odyssey Stem Academy is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3713 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
87%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odyssey Stem Academy's ranking?
Odyssey Stem Academy is ranked #3713 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Odyssey Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Odyssey Stem Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Odyssey Stem Academy?
492 students attend Odyssey Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Odyssey Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Odyssey Stem Academy?
Odyssey Stem Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Odyssey Stem Academy offer ?
Odyssey Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Odyssey Stem Academy part of?
Odyssey Stem Academy is part of Paramount Unified School District.
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