Serving 799 students in grades 6-8, Will Rogers Middle School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Will Rogers Middle School's student population of 799 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Will Rogers Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Will Rogers Middle School is 0.46, 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
#4393 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Will Rogers Middle School's ranking?
Will Rogers Middle School is ranked #4393 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Will Rogers Middle School often compared to?
Will Rogers Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jane Addams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Will Rogers Middle School?
799 students attend Will Rogers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Will Rogers Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Will Rogers Middle School?
Will Rogers Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Will Rogers Middle School offer ?
Will Rogers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Will Rogers Middle School part of?
Will Rogers Middle School is part of Lawndale Elementary School District.
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