Serving 242 students in grades 9-12, Design Science Middle College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Design Science Middle College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Design Science Middle College High School's student population of 242 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Design Science Middle College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Design Science Middle College High School is 0.49, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1174 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Design Science Middle College High School's ranking?
Design Science Middle College High School is ranked #1174 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Design Science Middle College High School often compared to?
Design Science Middle College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullard High School, University High School, Herbert Hoover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Design Science Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Design Science Middle College High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Design Science Middle College High School?
242 students attend Design Science Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Design Science Middle College High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Design Science Middle College High School?
Design Science Middle College High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Design Science Middle College High School offer ?
Design Science Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Design Science Middle College High School part of?
Design Science Middle College High School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
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