Serving 238 students in grades 6-12, Magnolia Science Academy 5 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower 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).
Magnolia Science Academy 5 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 Magnolia Science Academy 5 is 0.21, 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.
Club or Organization: Advanced Math, Art Appreciation, Arts and Craft, Chess Club, Congressional Award, Dance, Eco Club, Film Club, Mindfulness Club, Music, Mystery Club, Student Council, Vex IQ Robotics, Yearbook
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Magnolia Science Academy 5 (MSA-5 or Charter School), is a
classroom-based charter school serving grades 6-12 with a
curriculum emphasis on science, technology, engineering, arts and
math (STEAM). Originally founded in 2008, MSA-5`s mission is to
provide a college preparatory educational program emphasizing STEAM
in a safe environment that cultivates respect for self and
others.MSA-5 currently has 282 students in grades 6-12, and mainly
draws enrollment from Reseda, CA and neighboring communities. The
neighborhoods that MSA-5 serves are heavily immigrant with a
language other than English spoken at home. A high concentration of
the families MSA-5 serves face economic challenges. MSA-5 has a
diverse enrollment, including 87% Hispanic/Latino, 5% Asian, 5%
White, 3% Black or African American, 85% Socioeconomically
Disadvantaged, 18% Special Education, and 24% English Learner
population.MPS strives to graduate students who come from
historically underserved neighborhoods as scientific thinkers that
contribute to the global community as socially responsible and
educated members of society. We offer a comprehensive learning
experience designed to serve the needs of our students through
effective site-based instruction, rich hands-on learning, and
foundation skills presented in ways that are relevant and inspiring
for our students. Classroom instruction at MSA-5 is supplemented by
tutoring, after-school programs, and school-to-university
links.
Magnolia Science Academy 5 is ranked #4816 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magnolia Science Academy 5?
The graduation rate of Magnolia Science Academy 5 is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Magnolia Science Academy 5?
238 students attend Magnolia Science Academy 5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Magnolia Science Academy 5 students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnolia Science Academy 5?
Magnolia Science Academy 5 has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Magnolia Science Academy 5 offer ?
Magnolia Science Academy 5 offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Magnolia Science Academy 5 part of?
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