Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 5%
- Reading Proficiency: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School's student population of 383 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)14%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
27%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School?
383 students attend Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School?
Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School offer ?
Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School part of?
Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School located?
Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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