Serving 735 students in grades 6-8, Alondra 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alondra Middle serves a central area in Paramount, CA, covering approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alondra Middle School's student population of 735 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
735 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Paramount Unified School District is to ensure learning and success for each student by providing a quality education.
School Rankings
Alondra Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alondra Middle School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6682 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alondra Middle School's ranking?
Alondra Middle School is ranked #6682 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alondra Middle School often compared to?
Alondra Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alondra Middle School?
735 students attend Alondra Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Alondra Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alondra Middle School?
Alondra Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alondra Middle School offer ?
Alondra Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alondra Middle School part of?
Alondra Middle School is part of Paramount Unified School District.
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