Serving 967 students in grades 6-8, Luther Burbank 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 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luther Burbank Middle School's student population of 967 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Luther Burbank Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luther Burbank Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#3406 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther Burbank Middle School's ranking?
Luther Burbank Middle School is ranked #3406 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Luther Burbank Middle School often compared to?
Luther Burbank Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Muir Middle School, Dolores Huerta Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Luther Burbank Middle School?
967 students attend Luther Burbank Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Luther Burbank Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luther Burbank Middle School?
Luther Burbank Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Luther Burbank Middle School offer ?
Luther Burbank Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Luther Burbank Middle School part of?
Luther Burbank Middle School is part of Burbank Unified School District.
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