Serving 162 students in grades 9-12, Emery Secondary 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 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emery Secondary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Emeryville, CA, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emery Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Emery Secondary's student population of 162 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
162 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emery Secondary 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 Emery Secondary is 0.73, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5908 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
44%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
9%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emery Secondary's ranking?
Emery Secondary is ranked #5908 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emery Secondary?
The graduation rate of Emery Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Emery Secondary?
162 students attend Emery Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Emery Secondary students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emery Secondary?
Emery Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emery Secondary offer ?
Emery Secondary offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Emery Secondary part of?
Emery Secondary is part of Emery Unified School District.
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