STEM Academy at Bernstein High
599 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic | 524 |
| Black | 11 |
| Asian | 31 |
| Two or More | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic524 (87.5%)
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Asian31 (5.2%)
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White24 (4.0%)
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Black11 (1.8%)
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Two or More7 (1.2%)
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Pacific Islander2 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 155 |
| Grade 10 | 149 |
| Grade 11 | 155 |
| Grade 12 | 140 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 269 | 44.9% |
| Male | 330 | 55.1% |
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