Science Academy STEM Magnet
536 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Millikan STEM Magnet, located in Sherman Oaks, California, is a specialized academic program housed within Robert A. Millikan Middle School. It is designed for students with a strong interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The magnet program offers a rigorous, project-based curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and the practical application of STEM principles. By integrating advanced technology into daily instruction, the school aims to prepare students for the demands of high school honors and AP pathways, as well as future careers in competitive technical fields.
Beyond its core academics, the Millikan STEM Magnet fosters a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and creative problem-solving. Students have access to specialized labs and extracurricular opportunities, such as robotics competitions and science fairs, which allow them to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. With a focus on both academic excellence and character development, the school strives to cultivate a community of curious, forward-thinking learners equipped to succeed in an increasingly digital and scientific global landscape.
Beyond its core academics, the Millikan STEM Magnet fosters a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and creative problem-solving. Students have access to specialized labs and extracurricular opportunities, such as robotics competitions and science fairs, which allow them to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. With a focus on both academic excellence and character development, the school strives to cultivate a community of curious, forward-thinking learners equipped to succeed in an increasingly digital and scientific global landscape.
536
Total Students
23.3
Full-Time Teachers
23.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 194 |
| Hispanic | 41 |
| Black | 7 |
| Asian | 248 |
| Two or More | 46 |
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Asian248 (46.3%)
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White194 (36.2%)
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Two or More46 (8.6%)
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Hispanic41 (7.6%)
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Black7 (1.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Los Angeles Unified |
| Phone: | (818)753-4470 |
| Website: | http://thescienceacademystemmagnet.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 536 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 23.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 23.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 170 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 24 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
81
Grade 7
96
Grade 8
99
Grade 9
81
Grade 10
77
Grade 11
59
Grade 12
43
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 81 |
| Grade 7 | 96 |
| Grade 8 | 99 |
| Grade 9 | 81 |
| Grade 10 | 77 |
| Grade 11 | 59 |
| Grade 12 | 43 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 158 | 29.5% |
| Male | 378 | 70.5% |
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