Below Average
#8166 of 9,539 schools in CA
Siatech Academy South
High School · SIATech Academy South District
255 S. Mednik Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
4.3
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
4.3
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,166 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#524 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Siatech Academy South
Siatech Academy South is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of SIATech Academy South District. Siatech Academy South serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. Siatech Academy South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,166 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Siatech Academy South show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Siatech Academy South 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 Siatech Academy South 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.
Siatech Academy South runs 22:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Siatech Academy South — Students at Siatech Academy South score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 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: 9.4/10.
How Siatech Academy South Compares
See how Siatech Academy South performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
255 S. Mednik Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Siatech Academy South may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ednovate - Esperanza College Prep (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby East Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is James A. Garfield Senior High (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monterey Continuation (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,829
Median Home Value
$603,500
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
61,638
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Siatech Academy South
What grades does Siatech Academy South serve?
Siatech Academy South serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Siatech Academy South?
Siatech Academy South has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Siatech Academy South?
The student-teacher ratio at Siatech Academy South is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Siatech Academy South rank in CA?
Siatech Academy South ranks #8,166 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Siatech Academy South's MySchoolScout rating?
Siatech Academy South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Siatech Academy South?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Siatech Academy South has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Siatech Academy South a charter school?
Yes, Siatech Academy South is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Siatech Academy South a Title I school?
No, Siatech Academy South is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Siatech Academy South?
84.8% of students at Siatech Academy South 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
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.2%
- Phone
- (760) 945-1227
- 4-Year Graduation
- 15.0%
Resources & Links
District
SIATech Academy South District- District Enrollment
- 198
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,331
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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