Serving 1,002 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George K. Porter Middle School's student population of 1,002 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George K. Porter 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 George K. Porter Middle School is 0.41, 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
#3330 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George K. Porter Middle School's ranking?
George K. Porter Middle School is ranked #3330 out of 9,602 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
1,002 students attend George K. Porter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of George K. Porter Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% 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 21:1, which is equal to 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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