Serving 404 students in grades 6-8, Magnolia Science Academy Bell 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 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnolia Science Academy Bell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Magnolia Science Academy Bell's student population of 404 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magnolia Science Academy Bell 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 Magnolia Science Academy Bell is 0.13, 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
#5925 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia Science Academy Bell's ranking?
Magnolia Science Academy Bell is ranked #5925 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Magnolia Science Academy Bell often compared to?
Magnolia Science Academy Bellis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Academies 2c, Orchard Academies 2b by visitors of our site.
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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Science Academy Bell?
404 students attend Magnolia Science Academy Bell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Magnolia Science Academy Bell students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia Science Academy Bell?
Magnolia Science Academy Bell has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Magnolia Science Academy Bell offer ?
Magnolia Science Academy Bell offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Magnolia Science Academy Bell part of?
Magnolia Science Academy Bell is part of Magnolia Science Academy Bell School District.
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