Serving 638 students in grades 6-8, Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet ranks in the top 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet's student population of 638 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet is 0.32, 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
#3062 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet's ranking?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet is ranked #3062 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet often compared to?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Luther Burbank Middle School, Luther Burbank Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet?
638 students attend Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet offer ?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet part of?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet located?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music And Engr Magnet is located in the Glassell Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Glassell Park.
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