Serving 1,003 students in grades 6-8, William Mulholland 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,003 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Mulholland Middle School's student population of 1,003 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
William Mulholland 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 William Mulholland Middle School is 0.24, 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
#6229 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Mulholland Middle School's ranking?
William Mulholland Middle School is ranked #6229 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are William Mulholland Middle School often compared to?
William Mulholland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gaspar De Portola Charter Middle School, Reseda Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend William Mulholland Middle School?
1,003 students attend William Mulholland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of William Mulholland Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Mulholland Middle School?
William Mulholland Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William Mulholland Middle School offer ?
William Mulholland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is William Mulholland Middle School part of?
William Mulholland Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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