Serving 224 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brentwood Science 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brentwood Science serves the northwest part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brentwood Science's student population of 224 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
224 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brentwood Science ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brentwood Science is 0.61, 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy blue and powder blue
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brentwood Science's ranking?
Brentwood Science is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Brentwood Science often compared to?
Brentwood Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Kenter Canyon Elementary Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Brentwood Science?
224 students attend Brentwood Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Brentwood Science students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brentwood Science?
Brentwood Science has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brentwood Science offer ?
Brentwood Science offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Brentwood Science part of?
Brentwood Science is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Brentwood Science located?
Brentwood Science is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Brentwood.
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