Serving 1,249 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Norton Science And Language Academy 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 30% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norton Science And Language Academy's student population of 1,249 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating Global Citizens
School Rankings
Norton Science And Language Academy 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 Norton Science And Language Academy is 0.15, 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
#7447 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norton Science And Language Academy's ranking?
Norton Science And Language Academy is ranked #7447 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Norton Science And Language Academy often compared to?
Norton Science And Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Verde Elementary School 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 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Norton Science And Language Academy?
1,249 students attend Norton Science And Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Norton Science And Language Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norton Science And Language Academy?
Norton Science And Language Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norton Science And Language Academy offer ?
Norton Science And Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Norton Science And Language Academy part of?
Norton Science And Language Academy is part of Norton Science And Language Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Norton Science And Language Academy located?
Norton Science And Language Academy is located in the Stadium West neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Stadium West.
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