Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,826 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2898 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)17%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)56%
56%
Black
(21-22)3%
5%
White
(21-22)21%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)3%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
59%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet's ranking?
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet is ranked #2898 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet?
1,826 students attend Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet offer ?
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet part of?
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet located?
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
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