Serving 133 students in grades 6-8, Katherine Johnson Stem Academy ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy's student population of 133 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Katherine Johnson 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 Katherine Johnson Stem Academy is 0.66, which is more 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
#4742 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
51%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine Johnson Stem Academy's ranking?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy is ranked #4742 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Katherine Johnson Stem Academy?
133 students attend Katherine Johnson Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Katherine Johnson Stem Academy students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katherine Johnson Stem Academy?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Katherine Johnson Stem Academy offer ?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Katherine Johnson Stem Academy part of?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Katherine Johnson Stem Academy located?
Katherine Johnson Stem Academy is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
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