Serving 803 students in grades 6-8, Dr. Manuel M. Lopez 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences's student population of 803 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences is 0.08, 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
#7968 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
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 Of Arts & Sciences's ranking?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences is ranked #7968 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences often compared to?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Fremont Of Environmental Science & Innovative Design by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 Of Arts & Sciences?
803 students attend Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences offer ?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences part of?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences is part of Oxnard School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Of Arts & Sciences located?
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez 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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