Da Vinci Science

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Da Vinci Science

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
201 N Douglas St,  El Segundo, CA
4.1
4.1
552 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Matthew Wunder
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
62%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
62%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
600
Verbal
600
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
26
Reading
26
Science
24

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
19.8%
State Average
19.4%
Science
16.9%
State Average
11.2%
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
154:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.4%
Female
46.2%
Hispanic
57.8%
White
13.2%
Black
8%
Two or more races
7.1%
Asian
7.1%
Filipino
2.9%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Best Charter HS in California
#36 Best Public HS in California
#117 Best College Prep Public HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles 248 Students
University of California - Irvine 209 Students
Cal Poly 177 Students
University of California - San Diego 169 Students
California State University - Long Beach 169 Students
University of California - Berkeley 155 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 136 Students
University of Southern California 135 Students
San Diego State University 123 Students
University of California - Davis 121 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 150 Students
Mechanical Engineering 66 Students
Psychology 61 Students
Business 60 Students
Nursing 59 Students
Computer Science 47 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 42 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 42 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 40 Students
Aerospace Engineering 33 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 243 Reviews
5.0 Junior
6/7/2025
I really love the culture we have in our school. It's a smaller school, so most of us know each other. I like how diverse it is. I've made a lot of friends from different cultures. I also really love the amount of opportunities we get. They always send messages of internships or volunteer opportunities.
5.0 Alum
6/20/2024
I created a family inside of the school. The teachers are people to the students, they are friends, people to learn from and to joke around with. It is not uncommon to spend lunches with them if we want to. Since I attended the science focused school there was not as much art as I am pursuing, but I was able to take some art classes that were fun and full of idea. DaVinci has prepared me for presentations, even if I don't like them, and not so much for tests though. The culture of DaVinci is welcoming and as long as people communicate then there is a ton of support.
4.0 Alum
6/18/2024
Da Vinci science is a fantastic high school. Administration works really hard to develop a school culture that is enjoyable to work within. Academics and access to real world learning experiences are exceptional.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 11 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/8/2017
Their school is a 10 out of 10. Great school.
4.0 parent
12/13/2016
Yes, it's true that the leadership and instructors at this school are excellent. They are predominantly very supportive and promote a wonderful sense of community. However, the work load on these kids is over-the-top. While they are preparing them for college careers, there has not been a step betwe...
5.0 parent
4/27/2015
This is a place where the teachers and students genuinely and actively care about each other. It prepares them well for college, and for life. My son is so very happy to go to school every day.
5.0 other
8/11/2014
I am an alumni from the class of 2013 and I have to say that this school is amazing. Sure the old campus may have a beat down look at some parts with the peeling paint and all, but students who stay true to DV come from humble beginnings where some dust, cracked walls, or peeled paint won't faze the...

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Da Vinci Science is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 located at 201 N Douglas St in El Segundo, in the El Segundo neighborhood. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 552 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 62% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 87% are proficient in reading. Da Vinci Science has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $1,792,861. Discover additional schools in the area, like Da Vinci Design, Da Vinci Communications High School, Family First Charter School, and more. Learn more about what El Segundo has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Da Vinci Science.

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