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Big Picture Educational Academy
School · Big Picture Educational Academy District
1207 South Trinity St., Fresno, CA 93706
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,205 of 9,539
In Fresno
#147 of 175
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Big Picture Educational Academy
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About Big Picture Educational Academy
Big Picture Educational Academy is a public school in Fresno, CA, part of Big Picture Educational Academy District. Big Picture Educational Academy serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Big Picture Educational Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,205 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Big Picture Educational Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Big Picture Educational Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Big Picture Educational Academy runs 25:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Big Picture Educational Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Big Picture Educational Academy — Students at Big Picture Educational Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Big Picture Educational Academy Compares
See how Big Picture Educational Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1207 South Trinity St., Fresno, CA 93706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Picture Educational Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. W.E.B. DuBois Public Charter (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ambassador Phillip V. Sanchez II Public Charter (rated 4.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fresno County Special Education (rated 3.5/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Elementary Fresno | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Ambassador Phillip V. Sanchez II Public Charter Fresno | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| WILSON HOME SCHOOL Fresno | 0.6 mi | — |
| Edison High Fresno | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Edison-Bethune Charter Academy Fresno | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Edison Computech Fresno | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Kepler Neighborhood Fresno | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| King Elementary Fresno | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Innova School Fresno | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pathway Community Day Fresno | 1.1 mi | — |
| Fresno County Special Education Fresno | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Pershing Continuation High Fresno | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Lowell Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle Fresno | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| School of Unlimited Learning Fresno | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Sunset Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Muir Elementary Fresno | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| W.E.B. DuBois Public Charter Fresno | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Kirk Elementary Fresno | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,023
Median Home Value
$227,600
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
40,635
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
37.7%
Median Age
30.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Picture Educational Academy
What grades does Big Picture Educational Academy serve?
Big Picture Educational Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Big Picture Educational Academy?
Big Picture Educational Academy has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Picture Educational Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Picture Educational Academy is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Big Picture Educational Academy rank in CA?
Big Picture Educational Academy ranks #7,205 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Big Picture Educational Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Big Picture Educational Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Big Picture Educational Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Big Picture Educational Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Big Picture Educational Academy a charter school?
Yes, Big Picture Educational Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Big Picture Educational Academy a Title I school?
No, Big Picture Educational Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Picture Educational Academy?
60.7% of students at Big Picture Educational Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 550
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.6%
- Phone
- (559) 420-1234
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
Big Picture Educational Academy District- District Enrollment
- 550
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,354
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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