Nestor Language Academy Charter

About Nestor Language Academy Charter

Nestor Language Academy Charter School is an innovative and progressive learning environment for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Located in the heart of downtown, Nestor Language Academy provides a unique and engaging educational experience for its students.
At Nestor Language Academy, students are given the opportunity to explore their interests and develop their skills in a variety of languages, including Spanish, French, and Mandarin. The school also offers a variety of other academic subjects, including math, science, and social studies. With a focus on language acquisition, Nestor Language Academy promotes a culture of collaboration and exploration.
The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities and programs that allow students to explore their interests, develop their skills, and become engaged in their community. From robotics clubs to art classes, there is something for everyone at Nestor Language Academy.
Nestor Language Academy is committed to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment for its students. The school has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and works to ensure that all students feel welcome and respected. With its commitment to language learning and its focus on providing a well-rounded educational experience, Nestor Language Academy is an excellent choice for families looking for an innovative and progressive learning environment.

Address:	1455 Hollister St. San Diego, CA 92154
Phone:	(619) 628-0900
Site:	nestor.sbusd.org
Grades:	K – 8
Enrollment:	1,082 students

Overview Nestor Language Academy Charter

Nestor Language Academy Charter serves 1,082 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Nestor Language Academy Charter 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 28% (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 33% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Nestor Language Academy Charter

Nestor Language Academy Charter 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 Nestor Language Academy Charter is 0.12, 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.