Below Average
#8462 of 9,539 schools in CA
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center
High School · Los Angeles Unified
3960 Centinela Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90066
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,462 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#536 of 563
public schools
In district
#758 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About James J. Mcbride Special Education Center
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. James J.
Mcbride Special Education Center serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. James J. Mcbride Special Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,462 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for James J. Mcbride Special Education Center show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, James J. Mcbride Special Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, James J. Mcbride Special Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
44% of students at James J. Mcbride Special Education Center 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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James J. Mcbride Special Education Center — Students at James J. Mcbride Special Education Center score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.
How James J. Mcbride Special Education Center Compares
See how James J. Mcbride Special Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3960 Centinela Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James J. Mcbride Special Education Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Venice Senior High (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Phoenix Continuation (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTVIEW SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grand View Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| WILDWOOD SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| The Gray Academy Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | — |
| Learn Academy Mar Vista Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | — |
| Sunrise West School Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| BRIDGEPORT VOCATIONAL WEST SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Bridgeport West School Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| WESTVIEW SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Summit View–Westside Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | — |
| STEM3 ACADEMY WEST Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Short Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Phoenix Continuation Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ICEF Vista Middle Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| ICEF Vista Elementary Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Ready Global Academy (Online School) Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Venice Senior High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Mar Vista Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| CULVER CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| Marina del Rey Middle Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,786
Median Home Value
$1,636,600
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
54,975
College Educated
61.4%
Homeownership
38.6%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Village Girls Academy Los Angeles, CA | 4.1 |
| Opportunity Academy Hayward, CA | 4.1 |
| Pueblo de Los Angeles Continuation Los Angeles, CA | 4.1 |
| Citrus High Porterville, CA | 4.2 |
| Daylor (William) High (Continuation) Sacramento, CA | 4.2 |
| Laurel Ruff Transition Sacramento, CA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James J. Mcbride Special Education Center
What grades does James J. Mcbride Special Education Center serve?
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend James J. Mcbride Special Education Center?
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James J. Mcbride Special Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at James J. Mcbride Special Education Center is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James J. Mcbride Special Education Center rank in CA?
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center ranks #8,462 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is James J. Mcbride Special Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 James J. Mcbride Special Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James J. Mcbride Special Education Center has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is James J. Mcbride Special Education Center a charter school?
No, James J. Mcbride Special Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James J. Mcbride Special Education Center a Title I school?
No, James J. Mcbride Special Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James J. Mcbride Special Education Center?
72.4% of students at James J. Mcbride Special Education Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (310) 391-0568
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #758 of 769
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