Serving 442 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Fernando Middle serves the north part of San Fernando, CA, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 5 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Fernando Middle School's student population of 442 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be College Ready by Being High School Ready
School Rankings
San Fernando 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 San Fernando Middle School is 0.06, 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
#8224 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
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
1%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
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 #8224 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
442 students attend San Fernando Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of San Fernando Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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