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#598 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 6% in state

Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle

Middle School · Los Angeles Unified

9950 Tampa Ave., Northridge, CA 91324

Charter

Enrollment

1,839

Student-Teacher

23.3:1

Score

8.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#598 of 9,539

In Northridge

#5 of 15

public schools

In district

#83 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle

8.7/10

Middle School in Northridge · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle

8.2/10

Northridge, CA. Compare side by side with Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle before ruling this option in or out.

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8.8/10

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About Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle

Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle is a public middle school in Northridge, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Alfred B.

Nobel Charter Middle serves approximately 1,839 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #598 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+28.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.1 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+24.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle — Students at Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
52.3%
ELA
66.7%
2024
Math
63%
ELA
74.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle Compares

See how Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
94th percentile in CA
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
79 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9950 Tampa Ave., Northridge, CA 91324

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Granada Hills Charter (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Granada Hills), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Northridge, see our Northridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies Northridge 0.4 mi 8.8
Our Community Charter Chatsworth 0.6 mi 6.0
CDS Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi
CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCHOOL Chatsworth 0.8 mi 5.0
EGREMONT SCHOOLS Chatsworth 0.8 mi 6.4
Egremont Schools, Inc. Chatsworth 0.8 mi
Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies Northridge 1.1 mi 9.2
Calahan Street Elementary Northridge 1.2 mi 5.8
Little Treehouse Academy Northridge 1.1 mi
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Northridge 1.1 mi 5.8
Team Hardison Porter Ranch 1.5 mi
Superior Street Elementary Chatsworth 1.3 mi 7.4
Darby Avenue Elementary Northridge 1.5 mi 8.4
Napa Street Elementary Northridge 1.8 mi 5.5
St. John Eudes Chatsworth 1.5 mi
ST JOHN EUDES SCHOOL Chatsworth 1.6 mi 6.9
Friends Kids Academy Northridge 2.0 mi
KIDSVILLE USA Northridge 2.0 mi
Northridge Academy High Northridge 1.7 mi 6.6
Granada Hills Charter Granada Hills 1.8 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,834

Median Home Value

$869,200

Median Rent

$2,286/mo

Population

29,510

College Educated

38.1%

Homeownership

48.5%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle

What grades does Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle serve?

Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle?

Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,839 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle rank in CA?

Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle ranks #598 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle a charter school?

Yes, Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle a Title I school?

No, Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle?

52.3% of students at Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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How does Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle stack up?

Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle
8.2

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,839
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
79
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#83 of 769

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