Henry Clay Middle School serves 984 students in grades 5-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 11% (which was lower than the California state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 18% (which was lower than the California state average of 56%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
984 students
Total Classroom Teachers (09-10)
61 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)11%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)18%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
44%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% CA state average).
How many students attend Henry Clay Middle School?
984 students attend Henry Clay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Henry Clay Middle School students are Hispanic, and 44% of students are Black.
What grades does Henry Clay Middle School offer ?
Henry Clay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Henry Clay Middle School part of?
Henry Clay Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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