Serving 289 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy's student population of 289 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)90-94%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥95%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy often compared to?
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ann Sobrato High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy?
289 students attend Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy?
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy offer ?
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy part of?
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy is part of Gilroy Unified School District.
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