Excellent
#1263 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Griffith Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
4765 East Fourth St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Enrollment
1,079
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,079
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,263 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#117 of 563
public schools
In district
#141 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Griffith Middle
Griffith Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Griffith Middle serves approximately 1,079 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Griffith Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,263 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Griffith Middle show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Griffith 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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Griffith Middle — Students at Griffith Middle score 32% 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: 8.7/10.
How Griffith Middle Compares
See how Griffith 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
4765 East Fourth St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Griffith Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Arts in Action Community Middle (rated 5.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, KIPP Sol Academy (rated 2.8/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,829
Median Home Value
$603,500
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
61,638
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Griffith Middle
What grades does Griffith Middle serve?
Griffith Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Griffith Middle?
Griffith Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,079 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Griffith Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Griffith Middle is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Griffith Middle rank in CA?
Griffith Middle ranks #1,263 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Griffith Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Griffith Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Griffith Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Griffith Middle has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Griffith Middle a charter school?
No, Griffith Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Griffith Middle a Title I school?
No, Griffith Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Griffith Middle?
85.5% of students at Griffith 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
- 1,079
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (323) 266-7400
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #141 of 769
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