Serving 512 students in grades 6-8, North Park Academy Of The Arts 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 99% 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: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Park Academy of the Arts serves the northeast part of Pico Rivera, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Park Academy Of The Arts's student population of 512 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
North Park Middle School is dedicated to producing academically proficient students of strong character by engaging all stakeholders and establishing high expectations for all students.
School Rankings
North Park Academy Of The Arts 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 North Park Academy Of The Arts 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
#7179 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-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 North Park Academy Of The Arts's ranking?
North Park Academy Of The Arts is ranked #7179 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are North Park Academy Of The Arts often compared to?
North Park Academy Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Rivera Middle School, Steam Academy Burke by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North Park Academy Of The Arts?
512 students attend North Park Academy Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of North Park Academy Of The Arts students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Park Academy Of The Arts?
North Park Academy Of The Arts has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Park Academy Of The Arts offer ?
North Park Academy Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Park Academy Of The Arts part of?
North Park Academy Of The Arts is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is North Park Academy Of The Arts located?
North Park Academy Of The Arts is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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