Serving 253 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Redding Stem Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Redding Stem Academy's student population of 253 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Motto
Developing tomorrow's problem solvers today
School Rankings
Redding Stem Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redding Stem Academy is 0.54, 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
#2882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redding Stem Academy's ranking?
Redding Stem Academy is ranked #2882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Redding Stem Academy often compared to?
Redding Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Manzanita Elementary School, Grant Elementary School, Rocky Point Charter 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Redding Stem Academy?
253 students attend Redding Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Redding Stem Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redding Stem Academy?
Redding Stem Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Redding Stem Academy offer ?
Redding Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Redding Stem Academy part of?
Redding Stem Academy is part of Redding STEM Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Redding Stem Academy located?
Redding Stem Academy is located in the Buckeye neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Buckeye.
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