Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy serves 206 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy's student population of 206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy is 0.41, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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
How many students attend Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy?
206 students attend Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy?
Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy offer ?
Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy part of?
Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy is part of Astronaut Jose' M. Hernandez Academy School District.
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