Serving 870 students in grades 6-8, Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 87% 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: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle serves the northern part of Northridge, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School's student population of 870 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
870 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
The School of Choice for All Students
School Rankings
Oliver Wendell Holmes 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 Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School is 0.51, 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
#2527 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School's ranking?
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School is ranked #2527 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School often compared to?
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School?
870 students attend Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School?
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School offer ?
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School part of?
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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