Serving 1,036 students in grades 6-8, Patrick Henry 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 1,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: 29%
- Reading Proficiency: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patrick Henry Middle School's student population of 1,036 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Patrick Henry Middle School is 0.45, 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)29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Patrick Henry Middle School often compared to?
Patrick Henry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Frost Middle School, George K. Porter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Patrick Henry Middle School?
1,036 students attend Patrick Henry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Patrick Henry Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patrick Henry Middle School?
Patrick Henry Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Patrick Henry Middle School offer ?
Patrick Henry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Patrick Henry Middle School part of?
Patrick Henry Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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