Serving 1,120 students in grades 6-8, Ernest Lawrence Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 1,120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ernest Lawrence Middle School's student population of 1,120 students has declined by 22% 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
1,120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ernest Lawrence Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ernest Lawrence Middle School is 0.62, 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
#3437 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernest Lawrence Middle School's ranking?
Ernest Lawrence Middle School is ranked #3437 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ernest Lawrence Middle School often compared to?
Ernest Lawrence Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ernest Lawrence Middle School?
1,120 students attend Ernest Lawrence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ernest Lawrence Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ernest Lawrence Middle School?
Ernest Lawrence Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ernest Lawrence Middle School offer ?
Ernest Lawrence Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ernest Lawrence Middle School part of?
Ernest Lawrence Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 5/20/2020
This school is AMAZING! I am saying this because the sport after school classes are really interesting. Go here, no words to describe how good it is.
5 5/20/2020
EXTRAORDINARY SCHOOL! GO HERE!
3 6/30/2018
I feel safe at this school and the highly gifted/gifted magnet program is outstanding! Although I am earning at a 7th grade level instead of a sixth grade level, I feel more comfortable on my subjects at school!
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