Serving 221 students in grades 4-8, Fine Arts Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fine Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Fine Arts Academy's student population of 221 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Fine Arts Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fine Arts Academy is 0.47, 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
#2274 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
Fine Arts Academy is ranked #2274 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fine Arts Academy often compared to?
Fine Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Atascadero Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fine Arts Academy?
221 students attend Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Fine Arts Academy students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fine Arts Academy?
Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fine Arts Academy offer ?
Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Fine Arts Academy part of?
Fine Arts Academy is part of Atascadero Unified School District.
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