Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Redding Stem Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Redding Stem Academy's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Redding 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 Redding Stem Academy is 0.50, 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
#3182 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
68%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redding Stem Academy's ranking?
Redding Stem Academy is ranked #3182 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Redding Stem Academy often compared to?
Redding Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School, Manzanita Elementary School, Rocky Point Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Redding Stem Academy?
245 students attend Redding Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Redding Stem Academy students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Redding Stem Academy?
Redding Stem Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Redding Stem Academy offer ?
Redding Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Redding Stem Academy part of?
Redding Stem Academy is part of Redding STEM Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Redding Stem Academy located?
Redding Stem Academy is located in the Buckeye neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Buckeye.
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