Serving 727 students in grades 6-8, Belvedere 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belvedere Middle School's student population of 727 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belvedere 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 Belvedere 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
#6075 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belvedere Middle School's ranking?
Belvedere Middle School is ranked #6075 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Belvedere Middle School often compared to?
Belvedere Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Belvedere Middle School?
727 students attend Belvedere Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Belvedere Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belvedere Middle School?
Belvedere Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Belvedere Middle School offer ?
Belvedere Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Belvedere Middle School part of?
Belvedere Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 9/20/2018
This school is really great, really gives many opportunities to grow and be successful. Really enjoy being an Olympian.
3 9/9/2017
This school is just amazing I mean the teachers and classes they are fun
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