Excellent
#1420 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Florence Nightingale Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
3311 North Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90065
Enrollment
759
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
759
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,420 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#126 of 563
public schools
In district
#162 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Florence Nightingale Middle
Florence Nightingale Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Florence Nightingale Middle serves approximately 759 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Florence Nightingale Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,420 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Florence Nightingale Middle show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Florence Nightingale Middle — Students at Florence Nightingale Middle score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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: 8.0/10.
How Florence Nightingale Middle Compares
See how Florence Nightingale 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
3311 North Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florence Nightingale Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Glen Alta Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alliance Susan and Eric Smidt Technology High (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PUC Milagro Charter (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,903
Median Home Value
$1,043,900
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
45,075
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florence Nightingale Middle
What grades does Florence Nightingale Middle serve?
Florence Nightingale Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Florence Nightingale Middle?
Florence Nightingale Middle has an enrollment of approximately 759 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florence Nightingale Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Florence Nightingale Middle is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florence Nightingale Middle rank in CA?
Florence Nightingale Middle ranks #1,420 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Florence Nightingale Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Florence Nightingale Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Florence Nightingale Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Florence Nightingale Middle has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Florence Nightingale Middle a charter school?
No, Florence Nightingale Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florence Nightingale Middle a Title I school?
No, Florence Nightingale Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florence Nightingale Middle?
85.5% of students at Florence Nightingale 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
- 759
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.7%
- Phone
- (323) 224-4800
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #162 of 769
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