At a glance
Reported students
218
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
13.3
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
40th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
218
Magnolia Science Academy 5: 218 reported students.
State peer staffing position
35th percentile
16.4:1 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
- 247
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19:1
What the reported data says about Magnolia Science Academy 5
Magnolia Science Academy 5 is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in Reseda. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Magnolia Science Academy 5 District. NCES reports 218 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 40th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.4:1, below 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 Hispanic or Latino (83.9%) and Asian (6.9%). English learners represent 32% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 4 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Magnolia Science Academy 5
- 1How do the reported 16.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 13.3 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.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 32%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 78.4%
- Lunch program
- Missing
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White6%
- Hispanic83.9%
- Black1.8%
- Asian6.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.9%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.5%
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
4 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as 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.
Public schools near Magnolia Science Academy 5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Science Academy High · Charter · Magnolia Science Academy District | 06–12 | 746 | under 0.1 mi |
| Reseda Charter High High · Charter · Los Angeles Unified | 06–12 | 1,339 | 0.7 mi |
| Zane Grey Continuation High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 77 | 0.8 mi |
| Diane S. Leichman Career Preparatory and Transition Center High · Los Angeles Unified | 11–12 | 142 | 1 mi |
| John R. Wooden High High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 91 | 1.1 mi |
| Valley International Preparatory High High · Charter · Valley International Preparatory High District | 09–12 | 259 | 1.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Magnolia Science Academy 5
What grades does Magnolia Science Academy 5 serve?
Magnolia Science Academy 5 reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Magnolia Science Academy 5 District.
How many students attend Magnolia Science Academy 5?
Magnolia Science Academy 5 reported 218 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 40th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 247 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Magnolia Science Academy 5?
The calculated ratio is 16.4:1, based on 218 students and 13.3 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 Magnolia Science Academy 5 a public, charter, or magnet school?
Magnolia Science Academy 5 is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Magnolia Science Academy 5 students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
78.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Magnolia Science Academy 5 in?
Magnolia Science Academy 5 is part of Magnolia Science Academy 5 District, based in Reseda, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Magnolia Science Academy 5?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Magnolia Science Academy (under 0.1 mi), Reseda Charter High (0.7 mi), Zane Grey Continuation (0.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.