Very Good
#3223 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Grace Hopper Stem Academy
Middle School · Grace Hopper STEM Academy District
601 Grace Ave., Inglewood, CA 90301
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,223 of 9,539
In Inglewood
#7 of 24
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Grace Hopper Stem Academy
Grace Hopper Stem Academy is a public middle school in Inglewood, CA, part of Grace Hopper STEM Academy District. Grace Hopper Stem Academy serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Hopper Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,223 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Grace Hopper Stem Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 80 students, Grace Hopper Stem Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Grace Hopper Stem 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.
Grace Hopper Stem 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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Grace Hopper Stem Academy — Students at Grace Hopper Stem Academy score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Grace Hopper Stem Academy Compares
See how Grace Hopper Stem Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 Grace Ave., Inglewood, CA 90301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Hopper Stem Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter Middle (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Crozier (George W.) Middle (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Inglewood, see our Inglewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,991
Median Home Value
$698,300
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
36,428
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
26.2%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Hopper Stem Academy
What grades does Grace Hopper Stem Academy serve?
Grace Hopper Stem Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Grace Hopper Stem Academy?
Grace Hopper Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Hopper Stem Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Hopper Stem Academy is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grace Hopper Stem Academy rank in CA?
Grace Hopper Stem Academy ranks #3,223 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Grace Hopper Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Hopper Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Grace Hopper Stem Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grace Hopper Stem Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Grace Hopper Stem Academy a charter school?
Yes, Grace Hopper Stem Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Grace Hopper Stem Academy a Title I school?
No, Grace Hopper Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grace Hopper Stem Academy?
75.0% of students at Grace Hopper Stem 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 80
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (310) 910-0230
Resources & Links
District
Grace Hopper STEM Academy District- District Enrollment
- 80
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,814
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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