Serving 927 students in grades 6-8, Hollenbeck 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 98% 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: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hollenbeck Middle serves the east part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Hollenbeck Middle School's student population of 927 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
927 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1913
Campus Size
3 acres
School Motto
The Pride of Boyle Heights
School Rankings
Hollenbeck 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 Hollenbeck Middle School is 0.08, 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
#4918 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollenbeck Middle School's ranking?
Hollenbeck Middle School is ranked #4918 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hollenbeck Middle School?
927 students attend Hollenbeck Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hollenbeck Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hollenbeck Middle School?
Hollenbeck Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hollenbeck Middle School offer ?
Hollenbeck Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hollenbeck Middle School part of?
Hollenbeck Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hollenbeck Middle School located?
Hollenbeck Middle School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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