Serving 823 students in grades 6-8, Pacoima 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pacoima Middle serves the northern part of Pacoima, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pacoima Middle School's student population of 823 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
823 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pacoima 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 Pacoima 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
#6541 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacoima Middle School's ranking?
Pacoima Middle School is ranked #6541 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pacoima Middle School often compared to?
Pacoima Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheshire High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pacoima Middle School?
823 students attend Pacoima Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pacoima Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pacoima Middle School?
Pacoima Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pacoima Middle School offer ?
Pacoima Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pacoima Middle School part of?
Pacoima Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Not professional at all. This school doesn't take threats seriously. Had to contact the district involved to get this school to do their job. So sad.
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