Serving 928 students in grades 6-8, El Sereno 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 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 34%
- Reading Proficiency: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Sereno Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
El Sereno Middle School's student population of 928 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of El Sereno Middle School is 0.19, 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)34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend El Sereno Middle School?
928 students attend El Sereno Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of El Sereno Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of El Sereno Middle School?
El Sereno Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Sereno Middle School offer ?
El Sereno Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is El Sereno Middle School part of?
El Sereno Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2023
I love this school and the kids. ESPECIALLY the kids.
5 8/19/2013
This is my first week at ESMS and I love my school! My teachers really care and we have lots of electives like mariachi, jazz, drumline, art, drama, Spanish, mandarin, computers, yearbook, and leadership--- I want them all!!!!! My counselor Ms. Lopez rocks. Every morning Dr.G says hi to me and makes me feel special :)
5 7/27/2013
This school has really turned around. It is now an International Baccalaureate school. The new principal really believes in our kids and community. You need to see all the improvements taking place inside the classrooms, school grounds, and with amazing partnerships. This will become the gem of the district.
2 6/8/2009
The magnet is tolerable but the actual school is just horrible. Racism is everywhere and teachers turn a blind eye to it. I would not go to this school. Don't move here if you're planning to.
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