Margaret J. Kemp ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (23-24)
3 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence and Equity in Education - Every Student, Every Educator, and Every School.
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Margaret J. Kemp?
The graduation rate of Margaret J. Kemp is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 85%.
How many students attend Margaret J. Kemp?
3 students attend Margaret J. Kemp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Margaret J. Kemp students are Hispanic, and 33% of students are White.
What grades does Margaret J. Kemp offer ?
Margaret J. Kemp offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Margaret J. Kemp part of?
Margaret J. Kemp is part of San Mateo County Office Of Education School District.
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