MAGNOLIA SCIENCE ACADEMY 3

Magnolia Science Academy 3 is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Los Angeles County Office of Education school district, located in Carson, CA with about 455 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 17 teachers, Magnolia Science Academy 3 has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.

Magnolia Science Academy 3 (MSA-3) is a tuition-free, public charter school located in Carson, California, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Magnolia Public Schools network, the institution places a strong emphasis on a college-preparatory curriculum with a specialized focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). By integrating hands-on learning experiences with a rigorous academic program, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking skills and prepare middle school students for success in competitive high school environments and beyond.

Beyond its academic core, MSA-3 fosters a supportive school culture that prioritizes character development and community involvement. The school utilizes a small-class-size approach to ensure personalized attention, allowing teachers to better address the individual needs and learning styles of their students. With an active focus on extracurricular activities and enrichment programs, Magnolia Science Academy 3 strives to develop well-rounded individuals who are academically proficient and socially responsible members of the Carson community.

For more information, contact Magnolia Science Academy 3 at (310) 637-3806 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1254 E. Helmick St.
Carson, CA 90746-3164
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MAGNOLIA SCIENCE ACADEMY 3 is a public Title I Charter school in Carson, CA with about 455 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
Changed Boundary/Agency
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Total Students:
455
Teachers:
17
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 455 students

Hispanic/Latino
51.0%
Black or African American
44.4%
Two or more races
2.2%
White
1.1%
Asian
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.