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Audubon Middle

Middle School · Los Angeles Unified

4120 11th Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90008

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,929 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#466 of 563

public schools

In district

#673 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Audubon Middle

5.2/10

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

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About Audubon Middle

Audubon Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Audubon Middle serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Audubon Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,929 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Audubon Middle show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

57% of students at Audubon 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism56.9%

Audubon Middle — Students at Audubon Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 17.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 28.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 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
25%
ELA
34%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
24%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
6%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
14%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
14%
2022
Math
4.1%
ELA
20.1%
2024
Math
13%
ELA
27.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.

How Audubon Middle Compares

See how Audubon Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in CA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.9%

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

4120 11th Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Audubon Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CATCH Prep Charter High Inc. (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICEF View Park Preparatory Middle (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICEF View Park Preparatory Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CATCH Prep Charter High Inc. Los Angeles 0.1 mi 7.7
Iovine and Young Center Los Angeles 0.1 mi
MARCUS GARVEY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.2 mi 5.6
DO RE ME CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles 0.4 mi
Today's Fresh Start-Compton Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.4
Forty-Second Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.8
TRANSFIGURATION SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.9
Transfiguration Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Tom Bradley Global Awareness Magnet Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.5
Creative Hands Learning Academy Inc Los Angeles 0.6 mi
CRENSHAW MONTESSORI ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.7 mi
New Heights Charter Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.1
ESCUELA PLUS ELEMENTARY Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.2
Crenshaw Sci Tech Engr Math and Med Magnet Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.2
Computer Science Virtual Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Little Citizens Westside Academy #3 Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Whitney Young Continuation Los Angeles 1.0 mi
Marlton Los Angeles 0.8 mi 4.5
ICEF View Park Preparatory Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.6
ICEF View Park Preparatory Middle Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,822

Median Home Value

$1,003,000

Median Rent

$1,589/mo

Population

33,443

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

30.4%

Avg Commute

35.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

41.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Audubon Middle

What grades does Audubon Middle serve?

Audubon Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Audubon Middle?

Audubon Middle has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Audubon Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Audubon Middle is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Audubon Middle rank in CA?

Audubon Middle ranks #6,929 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Audubon Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Audubon Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Audubon Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Audubon Middle has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Audubon Middle a charter school?

No, Audubon Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Audubon Middle a Title I school?

No, Audubon Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Audubon Middle?

88.5% of students at Audubon 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.9%

District

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

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