Serving 975 students in grades 6-8, Virgil Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 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: 975 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Virgil Middle serves the northeast part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virgil Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Virgil Middle School's student population of 975 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
975 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Rankings
Virgil 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 Virgil Middle School is 0.34, 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
#4875 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. 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)21.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virgil Middle School's ranking?
Virgil Middle School is ranked #4875 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Virgil Middle School often compared to?
Virgil Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central City Value, Frank Del Olmo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Virgil Middle School?
975 students attend Virgil Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Virgil Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virgil Middle School?
Virgil Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Virgil Middle School offer ?
Virgil Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Virgil Middle School part of?
Virgil Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Virgil Middle School located?
Virgil Middle School is located in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in Koreatown.
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