Serving 253 students in grades 6-8, Pio Pico 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pio Pico Middle serves the eastern part of its school district in Los Angeles, CA, encompassing approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pio Pico Middle School's student population of 253 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
253 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1987
School Rankings
Pio Pico 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 Pio Pico Middle School is 0.19, 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
#6881 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2011–2025. 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)28.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Pio Pico Middle School's ranking?
Pio Pico Middle School is ranked #6881 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pio Pico Middle School?
253 students attend Pio Pico Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pio Pico Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pio Pico Middle School?
Pio Pico Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pio Pico Middle School offer ?
Pio Pico Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pio Pico Middle School part of?
Pio Pico Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pio Pico Middle School located?
Pio Pico Middle School is located in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Arlington Heights.
School Calendar
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November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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