Serving 298 students in grades 6-8, Para Los Ninos 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 9% (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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Para Los Ninos Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Para Los Ninos Middle School's student population of 298 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Para Los Ninos 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 Para Los Ninos Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8720 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Para Los Ninos Middle School's ranking?
Para Los Ninos Middle School is ranked #8720 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?
9% 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 Para Los Ninos Middle School?
298 students attend Para Los Ninos Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Para Los Ninos Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Para Los Ninos Middle School?
Para Los Ninos Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Para Los Ninos Middle School offer ?
Para Los Ninos Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Para Los Ninos Middle School part of?
Para Los Ninos Middle School is part of Para Los Ninos Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Para Los Ninos Middle School located?
Para Los Ninos Middle School is located in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown Los Angeles.
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