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Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle

Middle School · Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle District

603 East 115th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059

Charter

Enrollment

393

Student-Teacher

21.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,371 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#390 of 563

public schools

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle

6.0/10

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

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About Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle District.

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alliance Jack H.

Skirball Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,371 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below CA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle runs 21.8:1 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 Jack H. Skirball 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.

39% of students at Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,595
Chronic Absenteeism38.7%

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle — Students at Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 25.6% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2018
Math
31%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
16.8%
ELA
30.1%
2024
Math
25.1%
ELA
40.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle Compares

See how Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in CA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

Location

603 East 115th St., Los Angeles, CA 90059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Samuel Gompers Middle (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
One Hundred Sixteenth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.2 mi 5.5
University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy Los Angeles 0.3 mi 4.9
Samuel Gompers Middle Los Angeles 0.4 mi 6.5
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.8
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.4 mi 6.3
One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.2
One Hundred Eighteenth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 4.9
One Hundred Twenty-Second Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.7
Animo Watts College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.7
One Hundred Seventh Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.1
One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.3
Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.0
Verbum Dei Jesuit High School Los Angeles 0.8 mi
New Designs Charter School-Watts Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.2
VERBUM DEI HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.4
Los Angeles Adventist Academy Los Angeles 1.0 mi
LOS ANGELES ADVENTIST ACADEMY Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.4
Carver Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.1
Ninety-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 1.2 mi 7.2
Ascension Elementary Catholic Los Angeles 1.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,840

Median Home Value

$566,200

Median Rent

$1,317/mo

Population

38,015

College Educated

11.8%

Homeownership

44.3%

Avg Commute

33.8 min

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

30.8

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Orville Wright Engineering and Design Magnet Los Angeles, CA 6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle

What grades does Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle serve?

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle?

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle rank in CA?

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle ranks #5,371 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Jack H. Skirball Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle a charter school?

Yes, Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle a Title I school?

No, Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle?

99.0% of students at Alliance Jack H. Skirball 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

District

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle District
District Enrollment
393
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,595
District Rank
#1 of 1

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