Serving 205 students in grades 9-12, Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet 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 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than 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: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet's student population of 205 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering Innovation and Imagination
School Rankings
Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet 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 Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet 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
#3531 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet's ranking?
Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet is ranked #3531 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet?
The graduation rate of Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet?
205 students attend Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet?
Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet offer ?
Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet part of?
Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
Review Sylmar Biotech Health And Engineering Magnet. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
