Serving 970 students in grades 6-8, Richard Henry Dana Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 970 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Henry Dana Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Richard Henry Dana Middle School's student population of 970 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
970 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richard Henry Dana Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Henry Dana Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1729 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
57%
55%
Black
17%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Henry Dana Middle School's ranking?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School is ranked #1729 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Richard Henry Dana Middle School often compared to?
Richard Henry Dana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richard Henry Dana Middle School?
970 students attend Richard Henry Dana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Richard Henry Dana Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Henry Dana Middle School?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Richard Henry Dana Middle School offer ?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richard Henry Dana Middle School part of?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School is part of Wiseburn Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Henry Dana Middle School located?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School is located in the HollyGlen neighborhood of Hawthorne, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in HollyGlen.
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