Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Hubert Howe Bancroft 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School's student population of 457 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hubert Howe Bancroft 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 Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School is 0.49, 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
#7652 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School's ranking?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School is ranked #7652 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School often compared to?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Le Conte Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School?
457 students attend Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School offer ?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School part of?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School located?
Hubert Howe Bancroft 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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