Serving 1,302 students in grades 6-8, John Burroughs Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Burroughs Middle serves the northeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Burroughs Middle School's student population of 1,302 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,302 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Burroughs Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Burroughs Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2274 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Burroughs Middle School's ranking?
John Burroughs Middle School is ranked #2274 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Burroughs Middle School?
1,302 students attend John Burroughs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of John Burroughs Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Burroughs Middle School?
John Burroughs Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Burroughs Middle School offer ?
John Burroughs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John Burroughs Middle School part of?
John Burroughs Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Burroughs Middle School located?
John Burroughs 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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