Serving 530 students in grades 9-12, Bright Star Secondary Charter 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1339 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy's ranking?
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy is ranked #1339 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy often compared to?
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Preparatory High School 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 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy?
530 students attend Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy?
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy offer ?
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy part of?
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy is part of Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy School District.
School Reviews
4 12/27/2018
This is my girls first year. So far it''s great school for learning the basics. It could offer more electives so that it equals out the sports. However overall it''s been good.
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