Serving 550 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Big Picture Educational 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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-12
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Picture Educational Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Big Picture Educational Academy's student population of 550 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Educating our students. One at a time.
School Rankings
Big Picture Educational 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 Big Picture Educational Academy is 0.46, 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
#9250 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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
What is Big Picture Educational Academy's ranking?
Big Picture Educational Academy is ranked #9250 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Big Picture Educational Academy often compared to?
Big Picture Educational Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Aspen Valley Prep Academy, Baird Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Big Picture Educational Academy?
The graduation rate of Big Picture Educational Academy is 55-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Big Picture Educational Academy?
550 students attend Big Picture Educational Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Big Picture Educational Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Picture Educational Academy?
Big Picture Educational Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Big Picture Educational Academy offer ?
Big Picture Educational Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Big Picture Educational Academy part of?
Big Picture Educational Academy is part of Big Picture Educational Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Big Picture Educational Academy located?
Big Picture Educational Academy is located in the Edison neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 17 other public schools located in Edison.
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