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#4119 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
Berendo Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
1157 South Berendo St., Los Angeles, CA 90006
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,119 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#310 of 563
public schools
In district
#428 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Berendo Middle
Berendo Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Berendo Middle serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Berendo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,119 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Berendo Middle show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Berendo 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
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Berendo Middle — Students at Berendo Middle score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Berendo Middle Compares
See how Berendo Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1157 South Berendo St., Los Angeles, CA 90006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berendo Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hoover Street Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,847
Median Home Value
$841,900
Median Rent
$1,396/mo
Population
55,192
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
10.1%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berendo Middle
What grades does Berendo Middle serve?
Berendo Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Berendo Middle?
Berendo Middle has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berendo Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Berendo Middle is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Berendo Middle rank in CA?
Berendo Middle ranks #4,119 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Berendo Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Berendo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Berendo Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Berendo Middle has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Berendo Middle a charter school?
No, Berendo Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Berendo Middle a Title I school?
No, Berendo Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berendo Middle?
95.4% of students at Berendo 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (213) 739-5600
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #428 of 769
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