Bayside Steam Academy

About Bayside Steam Academy

Bayside Steam Academy is an innovative educational institution located in the heart of the Bay Area. It is a public charter school that focuses on teaching students the fundamentals of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). The school provides students with an engaging, hands-on learning environment that encourages creative thinking and problem solving.
At Bayside Steam Academy, students are exposed to a wide range of STEAM topics, such as coding, robotics, 3D printing, game design, and more. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including field trips, clubs, and competitions. Through these activities, students have the opportunity to explore their interests and develop their skills.
The school’s faculty is dedicated to providing students with an education that is both challenging and rewarding. They strive to help students reach their full potential and prepare them for success in college and beyond.
Bayside Steam Academy is committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive. The school is dedicated to promoting diversity and creating a safe and supportive space for all students.
At Bayside Steam Academy, students have the opportunity to learn, grow, and explore the world of STEAM.

Address:	490 Emory St. Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Phone:	(619) 628-2500
Site:	bayside.sbusd.org
Grades:	K – 6
Enrollment:	443 students

Overview Bayside Steam Academy

Bayside Steam Academy serves 443 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Bayside Steam 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 11% (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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Bayside Steam Academy

Bayside Steam 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 Bayside Steam Academy is 0.30, 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.