Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Robert M. Pyles 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert M. Pyles serves the southwest part of Stanton, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy's student population of 601 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
601 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
School Motto
Communication Collaboration Critical Thinking Creativity Character
School Rankings
Robert M. Pyles 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 Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy is 0.43, 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
#3995 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy's ranking?
Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy is ranked #3995 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy often compared to?
Robert M. Pyles Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Walt Disney, Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy?
601 students attend Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy?
Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy offer ?
Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy part of?
Robert M. Pyles Stem Academy is part of Magnolia Elementary School District.
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