Serving 676 students in grades 6-8, John Adams 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 32% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Adams Middle serves the eastern part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 3 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 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
John Adams Middle School's student population of 676 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
676 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Adams Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Adams Middle School is 0.12, 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
#4503 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Adams Middle School's ranking?
John Adams Middle School is ranked #4503 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John Adams Middle School often compared to?
John Adams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Griffith Middle School, Will Rogers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% 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 John Adams Middle School?
676 students attend John Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of John Adams Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Adams Middle School?
John Adams Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Adams Middle School offer ?
John Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John Adams Middle School part of?
John Adams Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Adams Middle School located?
John Adams Middle School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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