Excellent
#359 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
EL Sereno Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
2839 North Eastern Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90032
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#84 of 563
public schools
California middle schools
#37 of 1,349
In district
#119 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About EL Sereno Middle
EL Sereno Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 813 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 96.2th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 36% proficiency in math, 2 points above the state average and 43% in reading/language arts, 4 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $81,563, where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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EL Sereno Middle — Students at EL Sereno Middle score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 9.0/10.
How EL Sereno Middle Compares
See how EL Sereno Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 34% (2019) to 35.92% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 39% (2019) to 43.1% (2024).
Location
2839 North Eastern Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Sereno Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Multnomah Street Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Glen Alta Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Farmdale Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,563
Median Home Value
$780,100
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
43,724
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding EL Sereno Middle has a median household income of $81,563. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $780,100, with a median rent of $1,571/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Sereno Middle
What grades does EL Sereno Middle serve?
EL Sereno Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend EL Sereno Middle?
EL Sereno Middle has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Sereno Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Sereno Middle is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Sereno Middle rank in CA?
EL Sereno Middle is ranked #359 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is EL Sereno Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Sereno Middle has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at EL Sereno Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, EL Sereno Middle has 35.7% math proficiency and 42.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is EL Sereno Middle a charter school?
No, EL Sereno Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Sereno Middle a Title I school?
No, EL Sereno Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Sereno Middle?
92.4% of students at EL Sereno 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
- 78 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 47 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 42 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 813
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 224-4700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #119 of 769
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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