Serving 1,009 students in grades 6-8, George K. Porter 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,009 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George K. Porter Middle serves the northern part of Granada Hills, CA, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George K. Porter Middle School's student population of 1,009 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
1,009 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
George K. Porter Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George K. Porter Middle School is 0.39, 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
#3143 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
77%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
9%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George K. Porter Middle School's ranking?
George K. Porter Middle School is ranked #3143 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are George K. Porter Middle School often compared to?
George K. Porter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Frost Middle School, Patrick Henry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend George K. Porter Middle School?
1,009 students attend George K. Porter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of George K. Porter Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% 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 George K. Porter Middle School?
George K. Porter Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George K. Porter Middle School offer ?
George K. Porter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is George K. Porter Middle School part of?
George K. Porter Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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