Cobalt Institute of Math & Science

Cobalt Institute of Math & Science

Public High School | Grade 7-12
14045 Topaz Rd,  Victorville, CA
Victor Valley Union High School District
4.1
2.8
1,111 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Melda Gaskins
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Average SAT Score
1070
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.56
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.56
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
45
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1070
Math
530
Verbal
540
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
23
Reading
24
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
5.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
19.6%
State Average
17.9%
Science
9%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
376:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.3%
Male
46.5%
Hispanic
75.9%
White
8.8%
Black
6.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.2%
Two or more races
4%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#67 Best Magnet HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles 289 Students
University of California - Irvine 271 Students
California State University, San Bernardino 270 Students
University of California - San Diego 221 Students
Victor Valley College 215 Students
University of California - Riverside 210 Students
University of California - Berkeley 171 Students
California State University, Fullerton 167 Students
San Diego State University 158 Students
California State University - Long Beach 149 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 146 Students
Nursing 129 Students
Psychology 73 Students
Business 71 Students
Computer Science 49 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 41 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 37 Students
Criminology 34 Students
Mechanical Engineering 34 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 32 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 95 Reviews
5.0
5/7/2025
There is nothing really bad because I am a student there so I know how it is there and people are really nice even teachers
4.0 Senior
3/25/2025
I'm a senior in the class of 2025. I've been at this school since I was in 7th grade. I have, overall, had a nice experience at CIMS. Things could be better, but it is still the best option out of the many available around the area. I am a music student so I know that they give the music program a lot of free rein about what to do. And the school offers a lot of extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports. Main problem is we don't have American Football. But besides that we have most sports other schools have, and our sports are all in CIF, even esports which is what I did. Again, overall it's a nice experience that could be improved on, but is still the better option based on the area.
5.0
6/15/2024
I am a Graduate from this High School and it is the best school I have ever attended. All of my 4 years were just amazing and I do not regret one single day attending school. I love everything about this school and if I ever had the chance to go back and do it all over again I would do it. Everyone on campus is just amazing and nice. I had so much fun at this High School.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.8 21 Reviews
3.0 student
5/26/2025
work is too overwhelming and students often create rumors via social media, my friend was cyberbullied on instagram for months and when we reported it to the authorities they didnt do anything about it. overall the teachers are supportive if you aren’t doing too well in their class but things still...
3.0 student
7/24/2024
My brothers used to go here, and now I go here and we all agree this school may not be the worst, it's still bad. The bullying here is insane, it's snarky remarks, rumors, and overall prohibits most students to focus on school. A couple of teachers here are kind and accommodating, others though are...
5.0 parent
2/1/2022
This school is fantastic for my child. The principal is on top of everything at this school.
1.0 parent
9/29/2021
Only a few teachers actually do their job and care about the students.

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Cobalt Institute of Math & Science is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Victorville, CA and is served by the Victor Valley Union High School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,111 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Cobalt Institute of Math & Science has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1070 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $451,817. Discover additional schools in the area, like Silverado High School, University Preparatory School, Mojave River Academy - Oro Grande, and more. Learn more about what Victorville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Cobalt Institute of Math & Science.

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