About This School
Public Safety Academy is located in San Bernardino, CA and is one of 76 schools in San Bernardino City Unified School District. It is a charter school that serves 190 students in grades 6-12.
Charter schools are public schools, but differ from traditional public schools in that they are independent and are operated by educators, parents, community leaders, educational entrepreneurs, or others. Funding for charter schools is based on designated local or state educational organizations. Those organizations are responsible for monitoring and assessing the quality and effectiveness of education, but permit the schools to operate outside of the traditional public school education system.
Public Safety Academy did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of California in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Public Safety Academy's test results to learn more about school performance.
A school's Academic Performance Index (API) is a scale that ranges from 200 to 1000 and is calculated from the school's performance in the Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program. The state has set 800 as the API target for all schools to meet.
Public Safety Academy had an API growth score of 764 in 2010. California uses the Academic Performance Index (API) to measure annual school performance and year-to-year improvement. Public Safety Academy's 2010 base score was 744 and the school did meet its 2010 school-wide growth target.
In 2008, Public Safety Academy had 14 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The California average is 21 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Public Safety Academy's students and teachers. more
Charter schools are public schools, but differ from traditional public schools in that they are independent and are operated by educators, parents, community leaders, educational entrepreneurs, or others. Funding for charter schools is based on designated local or state educational organizations. Those organizations are responsible for monitoring and assessing the quality and effectiveness of education, but permit the schools to operate outside of the traditional public school education system.
Public Safety Academy did not make AYP in 2011. Under No Child Left Behind, a school makes Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) if it achieves the minimum levels of improvement determined by the state of California in terms of student performance and other accountability measures. See Public Safety Academy's test results to learn more about school performance.
A school's Academic Performance Index (API) is a scale that ranges from 200 to 1000 and is calculated from the school's performance in the Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program. The state has set 800 as the API target for all schools to meet.
Public Safety Academy had an API growth score of 764 in 2010. California uses the Academic Performance Index (API) to measure annual school performance and year-to-year improvement. Public Safety Academy's 2010 base score was 744 and the school did meet its 2010 school-wide growth target.
In 2008, Public Safety Academy had 14 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. The California average is 21 students per full-time equivalent teacher. Learn more about Public Safety Academy's students and teachers. more
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San Bernardino City Unified District Spending
$9,765Per Pupil
The San Bernardino City Unified spends $9,765 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 59% on instruction, 37% on support services, 4% on other elementary and secondary expenditures. More about San Bernardino City Unified District
Education.com TestRating
The Education.com TestRating is a number (1-10) calculated by Education.com that provides an overview of a school’s test performance for a given year, by comparing the school’s state standardized test results to those of other schools in the same state. For California, the TestRating is calculated using a school's 2011 CST Results for all subjects tested.
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Schools Nearby
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| School Name distance | TestRating | Community Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson School 1.7 miles | n/a | |
| Norton Space and Aeronautics Academy 1.8 miles | n/a | |
| Sierra High School 1.9 miles |  |
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| Abc Hope for Kids School 2 miles | n/a | |
| Asa Charter School 2 miles |  |
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School Facts
- Charter School
- Grades 6-12
- San Bernardino City Unified School District
Did not make AYP
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Contact
Public Safety Academy1494 East Art Townsend Dr
San Bernardino, CA 92408
(909) 382-2211
www.publicsafetyacad...
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Test Scores
About the CST
What is it?
The California Standards Test (CST) is an annual exam used to measure a student's mastery of the state's grade-level academic standards. The CST is one of the five components of the STAR Program.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Students are assessed in grades 2 through 11 in English language arts and math, in grades 5, 8 and 10 in science, and in grades 8, 10 and 11 in history/social science. In grades 9 through 11, students may also be assessed in math and science, depending on course enrollment.
How is it Scored?
Students receive one of five ratings: far below basic, below basic, basic, proficient or advanced. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
About the CAHSEE
What is it?
The California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) is used to measure student mastery of specific skills as determined by the state. Students must pass both sections of the exam in order to graduate from high school.
Which Grades and Subjects?
Each student is assessed in grade 10 in English language arts and math. Students can retake the exam up to five times after grade 10.
How is it Scored?
The CAHSEE is an untimed pass/fail test. The goal is for all students to pass both sections of the test.
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TestRating
6 out of 10
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Enrollment (2010)
Total: 190
38%
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Student Economic Level (2009)
In 2009, Public Safety Academy had 62% of students eligible for free or reduced price lunch programs. California had 52% of eligible students for free or reduced price lunch programs. Eligibility for the National School Lunch Program is based on family income levels.Student Ethnicity (2010)
Hispanic
62%
White
28%
Black
5%
American Indian/Alaskan Native
3%
Two or More Races
1%
Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
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In 2010, Public Safety Academy had 14 students for every full-time equivalent teacher.
Compare to other schools in San Bernardino City Unified School DistrictRecent Reviews
Public Safety Academy
Fire training non-existent. Photo on web site over 3 years old. Ask staff the last time a PSA student actually particpated in real fire training. Stopped after former CEO left, no fire backing, in fact the one fire fighter member on board recently resigned due to "antics of board members". School is a joke. My student will be back in public school next year
Submitted by a Parent on May 13, 2012
Public Safety Academy
Staff constantly bickering, school board with personal agendas and no real fire or police training takes place. Put my student back in public school and doing much better
Submitted by a Parent on Mar 8, 2012
Public Safety Academy
Yireri Cuevas: My son attends this school and he is so happy in this enviornment.He has learned so much in so little time and loves going to this school.The teachers and staff are great.I couldn't ask for a bigger blessing!
Submitted by a Parent on Sep 22, 2011
Public Safety Academy
Pulled my son from this school today (Sept 2011). The school does not follw thier own written rules and provide little extracurricular activities such as police or fire department training. This school is a joke. Please check it out before you place your children there.
Submitted by a Parent on Sep 1, 2011
Public Safety Academy
Valarie: If the San Bernardino Unified School District had more schools such as this school we would have less juvenile troubled problems in our area. The teachers and staff work hard to teach these kids not just education but morals.
Submitted on Aug 20, 2011
Public Safety Academy
1
This school does not adequately prepare students for college. The requirements for getting an "A" in a class at this school does not compare to other public schools in the area (including alternative high schools). They have a high teacher turn-around and there is no cohesive education going on there. Administrators are way out of touch and in my opinion not saavy when it comes to education. Make sure to ask many questions when considering enrolling your child in this school.
Submitted by a Parent on Jun 20, 2011
Public Safety Academy
5
Cynthia: I love being a parent of TWO students at PSA...
A soon-to-be high schooler, and a middle schooler..
GREAT school. GREAT education. GREAT opportunities!!!
A soon-to-be high schooler, and a middle schooler..
GREAT school. GREAT education. GREAT opportunities!!!
Submitted by a Parent on Jun 4, 2011
Public Safety Academy
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I wish I had known about the Academy sooner. My son started in his junior year. In that year he has become so confident and determined to achieve his future goals in life. His dream since a young age is to get into law enforcement, and with the Academy's help and NO tolerance rule, his dream looks more promising. His attitude is respectful not only to others but to himself as well. My thanks and graditude to the Staff of PSA Keep up the great work.
Submitted by a Parent on Jul 13, 2010
Public Safety Academy
I've heard a lot of good things about the Public Safety School and my son will be starting 7th grade and wants to be a Fireman . I've heard this is a great school to put him in to give him experience in that field.
Submitted by a Parent on Jun 12, 2010
About San Bernardino, CA
Demographics Based on 2000 Census (latest available)
| San Bernardino | National | |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $31,140 | $44,512 |
| Population Median Age | 30 | 36 |
| % of Homes With Kids | 38% | 31.4% |
| Average Household Size | 3.2 persons | 2.6 |
| % Owning / % Renting | 52% / 48% | 66%/33% |
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