Serving 718 students in grades 5-8, Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa 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 34% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa's student population of 718 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa 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 Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa is 0.49, 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
#4546 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
70%
55%
Black
11%
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa's ranking?
Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa is ranked #4546 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa often compared to?
Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presais often viewed alongside schools like La Mesa Arts Academy, Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa?
718 students attend Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa?
Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa offer ?
Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa part of?
Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
School Reviews
5 6/16/2008
This is a great school. The teachers and staff are very caring and hard working individuals. The students are very respectful. I recommend this school for anyone who wants to send their child to a safe and caring environment.
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