At a glance
Reported students
536
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
23.3
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
23:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
55th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
420
Science Academy STEM Magnet: 536 reported students.
State peer staffing position
80th percentile
23:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 443
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Student–teacher ratio
- 27.7:1
What the reported data says about Science Academy STEM Magnet
Science Academy STEM Magnet is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in North Hollywood. It is one of 784 current school records connected to Los Angeles Unified. NCES reports 536 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 55th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 23:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Asian (46.3%) and White (36.2%). English learners represent 0.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 2.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 17 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Science Academy STEM Magnet
- 1How do the reported 23:1 student–teacher ratio and 23.3 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 2.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 36.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.34
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.34
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White36.2%
- Hispanic7.6%
- Black1.3%
- Asian46.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
17 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Los Angeles Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Math Science & Technology Magnet Academy at Roosevelt High
High · Grades 09–12
534 reported students
Linda Esperanza Marquez High C School of Social Justice
High · Grades 09–12
541 reported students
Sci Tech Engr Arts and Math at Legacy High Sch Complex
High · Grades 09–12
524 reported students
Sotomayor Arts and Sciences Magnet
High · Grades 06–12
517 reported students
East Valley Senior High
High · Grades 09–12
558 reported students
School for the Visual Arts and Humanities
High · Grades 09–12
512 reported students
Public schools near Science Academy STEM Magnet
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Valley Senior High High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 558 | under 0.1 mi |
| Amelia Earhart Continuation High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 69 | 1 mi |
| North Hollywood Senior High High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 2,444 | 1 mi |
| Sun Valley Magnet High · Los Angeles Unified | 06–12 | 1,272 | 2.3 mi |
| Magnolia Park High · Burbank Unified | 06–12 | 33 | 2.5 mi |
| Monterey High High · Burbank Unified | 09–12 | 91 | 2.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Science Academy STEM Magnet
What grades does Science Academy STEM Magnet serve?
Science Academy STEM Magnet reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school (alternative school) in Los Angeles Unified.
How many students attend Science Academy STEM Magnet?
Science Academy STEM Magnet reported 536 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 55th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 443 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Science Academy STEM Magnet?
The calculated ratio is 23:1, based on 536 students and 23.3 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Science Academy STEM Magnet a public, charter, or magnet school?
Science Academy STEM Magnet is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Science Academy STEM Magnet students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
36.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Science Academy STEM Magnet in?
Science Academy STEM Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified, based in Los Angeles, CA, which operates 784 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Science Academy STEM Magnet?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include East Valley Senior High (under 0.1 mi), Amelia Earhart Continuation (1 mi), North Hollywood Senior High (1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.