Serving 538 students in grades 6-8, San Fernando 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Fernando Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
San Fernando Middle School's student population of 538 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Fernando Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Fernando Middle School is 0.08, 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
#8554 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Fernando Middle School's ranking?
San Fernando Middle School is ranked #8554 out of 9,602 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Fernando Middle School?
538 students attend San Fernando Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of San Fernando Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Fernando Middle School?
San Fernando Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Fernando Middle School offer ?
San Fernando Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is San Fernando Middle School part of?
San Fernando Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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