Grimmway Academy

About Grimmway Academy

Grimmway Academy is an innovative and progressive school that offers a one-of-a-kind educational experience. Located in the heart of Los Angeles, California, Grimmway Academy is a K-12 charter school that focuses on the whole child and provides a rigorous academic program. Our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment that encourages students to reach their fullest potential.
At Grimmway Academy, we emphasize the importance of a strong academic foundation. We offer a wide range of courses, including core subjects such as math, science, language arts, and social studies. We also offer a variety of electives, including music, art, and physical education. Our curriculum is designed to challenge and engage students and to help them develop the skills they need to succeed in college and beyond.
At Grimmway Academy, we believe in the power of collaboration and community. We strive to create an environment where students can learn and grow together. We offer a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, clubs, and after-school programs. We also provide a variety of social and emotional support services to help our students succeed.
Grimmway Academy is committed to providing a quality education that prepares students for success in college and beyond. Our teachers and staff are dedicated to helping our students reach their full potential. We look forward to working with you and your family to ensure that your child has a successful and rewarding educational experience.

Address:	901 Nectarine Ct. Bakersfield, CA 93309
Phone:	(661) 855-8200
Site:	gaarvin.org
Grades:	K – 8
Enrollment:	820 students

Overview Grimmway Academy

Grimmway Academy serves 820 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Grimmway Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Grimmway Academy

Grimmway Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Grimmway Academy is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.