Serving 384 students in grades 6-8, San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media 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 17% (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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The San Fernando Institute of Applied Media serves the northern part of San Fernando, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Create Opportunity and Change!
School Rankings
San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media 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 San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media is 0.10, 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
#6946 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media's ranking?
San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media is ranked #6946 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% 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 San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media?
384 students attend San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media?
San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media offer ?
San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media part of?
San Fernando Institute Of Applied Media is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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