Serving 956 students in grades 6-8, Richard Henry Dana Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: 63%
- Reading Proficiency: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard Henry Dana Middle School's student population of 956 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richard Henry Dana Middle School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Richard Henry Dana Middle School often compared to?
Richard Henry Dana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School, Richard Henry Dana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Richard Henry Dana Middle School?
956 students attend Richard Henry Dana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Richard Henry Dana Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Henry Dana Middle School?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richard Henry Dana Middle School offer ?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richard Henry Dana Middle School part of?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School is part of Wiseburn Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Henry Dana Middle School located?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School is located in the HollyGlen neighborhood of Hawthorne, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in HollyGlen.
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