The California Academy of Mathematics and Science is a public magnet high school in Carson, California, United States focusing on science and mathematics. Its California API scores are fourth-highest in the state.
Serving 667 students in grades 9-12, California Academy Of Mathematics And Science ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
California Academy Of Mathematics And Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
California Academy Of Mathematics And Science's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
Black, Royal blue
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
California Academy Of Mathematics And Science ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of California Academy Of Mathematics And Science is 0.62, 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
#8 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Rebels, The Coyotes
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Academy Of Mathematics And Science's ranking?
California Academy Of Mathematics And Science is ranked #8 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are California Academy Of Mathematics And Science often compared to?
California Academy Of Mathematics And Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of California Academy Of Mathematics And Science?
The graduation rate of California Academy Of Mathematics And Science is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend California Academy Of Mathematics And Science?
667 students attend California Academy Of Mathematics And Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of California Academy Of Mathematics And Science students are Asian, 38% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of California Academy Of Mathematics And Science?
California Academy Of Mathematics And Science has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California Academy Of Mathematics And Science offer ?
California Academy Of Mathematics And Science offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is California Academy Of Mathematics And Science part of?
California Academy Of Mathematics And Science is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 1/5/2019
My son went to CAMS from 2011 - 2015. It was an 8 mile commute to CAMS but I''m so glad we invested the time and trouble. He had a rich learning experience. He is now about to graduate from Williams College in Massachucetts with a degree in chemistry. If you can get your kid into this school - do it. Warning: this place is not for flakey or lazy students. You will work your butt off, but it''ll be worth it.
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