SAN MARTIN GWINN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY

San Martin Gwinn Environmental Science Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Morgan Hill Unified school district, located in San Martin, CA with about 621 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 7th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, San Martin Gwinn Environmental Science Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

San Martin Gwinn Environmental Science Academy (SMG) is a public K-8 school located in the rural community of San Martin, California, serving as part of the Gilroy Unified School District. The school distinguishes itself through a specialized focus on environmental science and sustainability, which is integrated into the core curriculum. Students engage in hands-on, project-based learning that utilizes the school’s unique rural setting, often involving outdoor classrooms, gardening programs, and scientific inquiry designed to foster a deep connection between students and the natural world.

Beyond its academic focus on STEM and environmental stewardship, the academy emphasizes the development of the whole child through a supportive and inclusive school culture. As a neighborhood school, it serves as a central hub for the local community, promoting collaborative partnerships between educators, students, and families. By combining rigorous academic standards with experiential learning, San Martin Gwinn aims to prepare its students to be environmentally conscious citizens who are equipped with the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary for future success.

For more information, contact San Martin Gwinn Environmental Science Academy at (408) 201-6480 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.