Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brentwood Science 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brentwood Science's student population of 247 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Brentwood Science ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brentwood Science is 0.58, 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
#5209 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
27%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Brentwood Science's ranking?
Brentwood Science is ranked #5209 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Brentwood Science often compared to?
Brentwood Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Kenter Canyon Elementary Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Brentwood Science?
247 students attend Brentwood Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Brentwood Science students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brentwood Science?
Brentwood Science has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brentwood Science offer ?
Brentwood Science offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Brentwood Science part of?
Brentwood Science is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Brentwood Science located?
Brentwood Science is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Brentwood.
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