Below Average
#8293 of 9,539 schools in CA
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12
Middle School · Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 12 District
131 East 50th St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,293 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#531 of 563
public schools
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 12 District. Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,293 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 runs 23.6:1 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.
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 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
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Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 — Students at Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 Compares
See how Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
131 East 50th St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Los Angeles Academy Middle (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George Washington Carver Middle (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,781
Median Home Value
$575,200
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
102,784
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
26.3%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
31
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12
What grades does Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 serve?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12?
The student-teacher ratio at Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 rank in CA?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 ranks #8,293 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12's MySchoolScout rating?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 a charter school?
Yes, Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 a Title I school?
No, Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12?
92.7% of students at Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (323) 238-7270
Resources & Links
District
Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 12 District- District Enrollment
- 495
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,503
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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