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#4933 of 9,539 schools in CA
Charles W. Eliot Middle
Middle School · Pasadena Unified
2184 North Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,933 of 9,539
In Altadena
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#15 of 23
Pasadena Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Charles W. Eliot Middle
Middle School in Altadena · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Charles W. Eliot Middle
Charles W. Eliot Middle is a public middle school in Altadena, CA, part of Pasadena Unified. Charles W.
Eliot Middle serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles W. Eliot Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,933 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Charles W. Eliot Middle show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Charles W. Eliot Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at Charles W. Eliot 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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Charles W. Eliot Middle — Students at Charles W. Eliot Middle score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.1/10.
How Charles W. Eliot Middle Compares
See how Charles W. Eliot 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
2184 North Lake Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles W. Eliot Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Aveson School of Leaders (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRATFORD SCHOOL- ALTADENA ALLEN (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARKS SCHOOL - ALTADENA (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Altadena, see our Altadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Altadena Elementary Altadena | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| St Elizabeth Parish School Altadena | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Altadena | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Sahag-Mesrob Armenian Christian School Altadena | 0.4 mi | — |
| SAHAG-MESROB ARMENIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Altadena | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARKS SCHOOL - ALTADENA Altadena | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Saint Mark's School Altadena | 0.5 mi | — |
| Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| EF Academy Pasadena Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| PASADENA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PASADENA WALDORF SCHOOL Altadena | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Tabernacle Of David Christian Academy Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL- ALTADENA ALLEN Altadena | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| FAIR OAKS SCHOOL Altadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Octavia E. Butler Magnet Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Aveson School of Leaders Altadena | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| LEVON & HASMIG TAVLIAN ARMENIAN PRESCHOOL & KDGN Pasadena | 1.3 mi | — |
| Harriet Tubman Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| HARRIET TUBMAN PRESCHOOL & ELEMENTARY Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary STEM Magnet Pasadena | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,840
Median Home Value
$1,085,000
Median Rent
$2,298/mo
Population
36,402
College Educated
52.1%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
46.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles W. Eliot Middle
What grades does Charles W. Eliot Middle serve?
Charles W. Eliot Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Charles W. Eliot Middle?
Charles W. Eliot Middle has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles W. Eliot Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles W. Eliot Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles W. Eliot Middle rank in CA?
Charles W. Eliot Middle ranks #4,933 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Charles W. Eliot Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles W. Eliot Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Charles W. Eliot Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles W. Eliot Middle has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Charles W. Eliot Middle a charter school?
No, Charles W. Eliot Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles W. Eliot Middle a Title I school?
No, Charles W. Eliot Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles W. Eliot Middle?
80.8% of students at Charles W. Eliot 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
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (626) 396-5680
Resources & Links
District
Pasadena Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,978
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,565
- District Rank
- #15 of 23
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