Serving 290 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy 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 ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy 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
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy's student population of 290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Mascot
Griffin
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#4 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy's ranking?
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy is ranked #4 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy often compared to?
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ann Sobrato High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy?
290 students attend Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy?
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy offer ?
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy part of?
Dr. Tj Owens Gilroy Early College Academy is part of Gilroy Unified School District.
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