Central Academy Of Arts And Technology serves 179 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Academy Of Arts And Technology's student population of 179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Academy Of Arts And Technology is 0.62, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Academy Of Arts And Technology?
179 students attend Central Academy Of Arts And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Central Academy Of Arts And Technology students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Academy Of Arts And Technology?
Central Academy Of Arts And Technology has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Academy Of Arts And Technology offer ?
Central Academy Of Arts And Technology offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Central Academy Of Arts And Technology part of?
Central Academy Of Arts And Technology is part of Central Academy Of Arts And Technology School District.
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