Serving 1,429 students in grades 6-8, James Madison 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Math Proficiency: 23%
- Reading Proficiency: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Madison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
James Madison Middle School's student population of 1,429 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of James Madison 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
27%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend James Madison Middle School?
1,429 students attend James Madison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of James Madison Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Madison Middle School?
James Madison Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James Madison Middle School offer ?
James Madison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James Madison Middle School part of?
James Madison Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 5/24/2014
Attending Madison Jr. Hi. was and still 35 as later are the best memories I have. I remember all my favorite teachers who made a difference in my life.
5 1/10/2012
Attending Madison was the most memorable time part of my life.
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