Middle College High School is an alternative high school of the Los Angeles Unified School District, located on the property of Los Angeles Southwest College, in West Athens, California, with a Los Angeles postal address. The school serves approximately 340 students.
Serving 361 students in grades 9-12, Middle College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Middle College High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Los Angeles, CA, covering approximately 959.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.2 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 80.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Middle College High School's student population of 361 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
MCHS Cougars are college bound; where our students learn, grow and succeed.
School Rankings
Middle College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle College High School is 0.40, 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
#1447 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
23%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle College High School's ranking?
Middle College High School is ranked #1447 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Middle College High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Middle College High School?
361 students attend Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Middle College High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle College High School?
Middle College High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Middle College High School offer ?
Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Middle College High School part of?
Middle College High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle College High School located?
Middle College High 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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