Mill School and Technology Academy (MSTA) is a beautiful school, nestled up against the hills. The small, friendly, community atmosphere is immediately apparent: trees, flowers, a tile mural and painted murals surround the school. A K-5 school, MSTA serves approximately 455 students that are known as The Mustangs. About 95% of the students at MSTA are of Hispanic/Latino ethnic origin, 4% White (Non-Hispanic), an 1% Multiple origins. MSTA is a school-wide Title I school, with approximately 68% of the students qualifying for the Free/Reduced Lunch Program. In addition, 18% of the current students are identified as English Language Learners (ELLs), 7.3% of the students identified as Reclassified Fluent-English-Proficient (RFEP), and 4% of students are Students with Disabilities. Every Tuesday, students and staff wear college shirts emphasizing MSTA’s philosophy for every student, “I’m Going to College". The courtyard proudly waves the banner flags of universities from around the country.