Serving 385 students in grades 6-12, Public Safety 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Public Safety Academy's student population of 385 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Public Safety 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 Public Safety Academy is 0.40, 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
#8738 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
76%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Public Safety Academy's ranking?
Public Safety Academy is ranked #8738 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Public Safety Academy?
The graduation rate of Public Safety Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Public Safety Academy?
385 students attend Public Safety Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Public Safety Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Public Safety Academy?
Public Safety Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Public Safety Academy offer ?
Public Safety Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Public Safety Academy part of?
Public Safety Academy is part of Public Safety Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Public Safety Academy located?
Public Safety Academy is located in the San Bernardino International Airport neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.
School Reviews
5 4/10/2012
This school provides fire training, leadership training, basic education and dicipline. Students are encouraged to achieve,and the staff care about the mission of the school. Situations arise that are less than perfect, generally from adults operating out of self-interest. I would recommend this alternative education to any parent who is interested in participating in their students education.
2 3/16/2012
School looks good from outside, but completly opposite from inside. Tout fire and police training that does not take place. Constant bickering between staff, poorly managed, very self serving school board.
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