Serving 441 students in grades 6-8, Johnnie Cochran Jr. 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 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle serves the eastern portion of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School's student population of 441 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready for the World
School Rankings
Johnnie Cochran Jr. 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 Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School is 0.36, 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
#9118 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 1994–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School is ranked #9118 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School?
441 students attend Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School?
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School offer ?
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School part of?
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School located?
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle School is located in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Arlington Heights.
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