Serving 748 students in grades 6-8, John H. Liechty 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John H. Liechty Middle serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John H. Liechty Middle School's student population of 748 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
748 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John H. Liechty 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 John H. Liechty Middle School is 0.10, 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
#8753 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-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 H. Liechty Middle School's ranking?
John H. Liechty Middle School is ranked #8753 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John H. Liechty Middle School often compared to?
John H. Liechty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Young Oak Kim Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John H. Liechty Middle School?
748 students attend John H. Liechty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of John H. Liechty Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John H. Liechty Middle School?
John H. Liechty Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John H. Liechty Middle School offer ?
John H. Liechty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John H. Liechty Middle School part of?
John H. Liechty Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John H. Liechty Middle School located?
John H. Liechty Middle School is located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 40 other public schools located in Westlake.
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