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Christian Sorensen Science Academy

11493 East Rosehedge Dr., Whittier, CA, 90606

About Christian Sorensen Science Academy

Christian Sorensen Science Academy is a public school in Whittier, California, which is a large suburb. It serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The school has about 463 students and about 21 full-time equivalent teachers, which means that there is about one teacher for every 23 students. This is a little higher than the average for the district. Christian Sorensen Academy is a science-focused school that puts a lot of emphasis on STEM education, hands-on learning, and inquiry-based instruction. These methods are used in core subjects like math, English language arts, science, and social studies. Projects and special science activities at the school help students learn to think critically, solve problems, and work together. There are about 49% female and 51% male students, and about 81% of the students are considered economically disadvantaged. This shows that the school is dedicated to providing equal educational opportunities. According to data from U.S. News, about 37% of students are good at math and 39% are good at English language arts. This shows that there is room for academic growth.

Christian Sorensen Science Academy Contact Information

Address

11493 East Rosehedge Dr., Whittier, CA, 90606

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Phone

(562) 789-3220

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 37%
Reading 39%
State average proficiency is 37% in Math and 39% in Reading.
20
Full-time Teachers
22 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
463
Total Students
$109379
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 2558 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Christian Sorensen Science Academy

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 2.16%
Asian 1.94%
Hispanic 89.85%
Black 1.08%
Two+ Races 4.32%
Native Am. 0.22%
White
2.16%
Asian
1.94%
Hispanic
89.85%
Black
1.08%
Two+ Races
4.32%
Native Am.
0.22%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 463
49.24%
228 Female
50.76%
235 Male

Student Population

463 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Christian Sorensen Science Academy is very exciting! Mr. Chavez had a special Welcome Back Meeting for students who just came back to school. People spoke both Spanish and English at the event. The school is also trying to keep students healthy, with a focus on stopping suicide. They are giving parents a free webinar. The PTO is also getting ready for a fun holiday shop.

FAQ

Q1. Does the school teach kids how to use technology?

Ans. Students can safely learn tech skills with the help of digital tools and guided lessons.

Q2. How does Christian Sorensen Science Academy help young students with their feelings?

Ans. Staff members who care about students use praise, routine, and positive reinforcement to help them feel safe.

Q3. Can students bring their own devices?

Ans. You can't use devices in school, and you have to follow the district's technology rules.

Q4. How does the school help students become more independent?

Ans. Students are encouraged to take charge of their learning by setting goals, solving problems, and doing their classroom duties.

Q5. How does Christian Sorensen Science Academy help young students with their feelings?

Ans. Staff members who care about students use praise, routine, and positive reinforcement to help them feel safe.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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