Serving 696 students in grades 6-8, Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard B. Haydock Middle serves the southern part of Oxnard, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.9 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary being 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences's student population of 696 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
696 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences is 0.10, 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
#7795 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences's ranking?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences is ranked #7795 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences often compared to?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Fremont Academy Of Environmental Science & Innovative Design, R.j. Frank Academy Of Marine Science & Engineering by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences?
696 students attend Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences offer ?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences part of?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences is part of Oxnard School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences located?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy Of Arts & Sciences is located in the Kamala Park neighborhood of Oxnard, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Kamala Park.
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