Serving 280 students in grades 6-8, Charles Maclay 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 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles Maclay Middle School's student population of 280 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles Maclay 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 Charles Maclay Middle School is 0.12, 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
#8751 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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 Charles Maclay Middle School's ranking?
Charles Maclay Middle School is ranked #8751 out of 9,602 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Charles Maclay Middle School?
280 students attend Charles Maclay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Charles Maclay Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Maclay Middle School?
Charles Maclay Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Charles Maclay Middle School offer ?
Charles Maclay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Charles Maclay Middle School part of?
Charles Maclay Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Maclay Middle School located?
Charles Maclay Middle School is located in the Sylmar neighborhood of Pacoima, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sylmar.
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