STEM Academy at Bernstein High

School Overview
The STEM Academy at Bernstein High, located in the heart of Hollywood, is a specialized magnet school that provides a rigorous, technology-integrated education focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. By leveraging its unique position within the Los Angeles Unified School District, the school emphasizes a project-based learning model that encourages students to solve real-world problems while developing critical thinking and collaboration skills. The curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between classroom theory and professional application, preparing students for the demands of 21st-century careers and higher education in technical fields.

Beyond its academic core, the STEM Academy fosters a supportive community environment that prioritizes innovation and exploration. Students have access to specialized labs and modern resources that allow them to engage in hands-on learning, ranging from robotics and coding to environmental science and engineering design. With its focus on interdisciplinary instruction and industry readiness, the school aims to empower a diverse generation of thinkers and creators, ensuring they have the tools to succeed in an increasingly complex and interconnected global economy.
599
Total Students
30.2
Full-Time Teachers
19.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for STEM Academy at Bernstein High
Demographic Student Count
White24
Hispanic524
Black11
Asian31
Two or More7
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    524 (87.5%)
  • Asian
    31 (5.2%)
  • White
    24 (4.0%)
  • Black
    11 (1.8%)
  • Two or More
    7 (1.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Los Angeles Unified
Phone: (323)817-6461
Website: http://stemweb.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 599
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.8
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 570
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14
Grades Taught
Grade 9 155
Grade 10 149
Grade 11 155
Grade 12 140

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for STEM Academy at Bernstein High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9155
Grade 10149
Grade 11155
Grade 12140
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for STEM Academy at Bernstein High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26944.9%
Male33055.1%
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