Serving 1,031 students in grades 6-8, Virgil Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 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: 1,031 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 35%
- Reading Proficiency: 38%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virgil Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Virgil Middle School's student population of 1,031 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,031 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Virgil Middle School is 0.34, 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)35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Virgil Middle School?
1,031 students attend Virgil Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Virgil Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virgil Middle School?
Virgil Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Virgil Middle School offer ?
Virgil Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Virgil Middle School part of?
Virgil Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Virgil Middle School located?
Virgil Middle School is located in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in Koreatown.
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