The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤20% (which was lower than the California state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the California state average of 54%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (09-10)
112 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≤20%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≤20%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(09-10)1%
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
11%
Hispanic
(09-10)37%
50%
Black
(09-10)50%
7%
White
(09-10)12%
27%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
76%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% CA state average).
How many students attend Susie Matthews Academy?
112 students attend Susie Matthews Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Susie Matthews Academy students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Susie Matthews Academy offer ?
Susie Matthews Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Susie Matthews Academy part of?
Susie Matthews Academy is part of Victor Valley Union High School District.
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