Excellent
#1014 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Jane Addams Middle
Middle School · Lawndale Elementary
4535 West 153rd Pl., Lawndale, CA 90260
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Lawndale
#3 of 13
public schools
California middle schools
#108 of 1,349
In district
#2 of 8
Lawndale Elementary
Equity
8.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Jane Addams Middle
Jane Addams Middle is a public middle school in Lawndale, CA, part of the Lawndale Elementary. The school serves approximately 704 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.4th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 41% proficiency in math, 7 points above the state average and 55% in reading/language arts, 9 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $86,736, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Jane Addams Middle — Students at Jane Addams Middle score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
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: 7.5/10.
How Jane Addams Middle Compares
See how Jane Addams Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 43% (2019) to 40.42% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 56% (2019) to 55.19% (2024).
Location
4535 West 153rd Pl., Lawndale, CA 90260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jane Addams Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Will Rogers Middle (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Prairie Vista Middle (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lawndale, see our Lawndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lawndale High Lawndale | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Lucille J. Smith Elementary Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Billy Mitchell Elementary Lawndale | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| R. K. Lloyde High Lawndale | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Centinela Valley Independent Study Lawndale | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| William Green Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| LIGHT OF KNOWLEDGE CHILD CARE CENTER Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | — |
| Ramona Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | — |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Madison Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Aegean Academy Redondo Beach | 1.3 mi | — |
| St. Catherine Laboure Elementary Torrance | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,736
Median Home Value
$745,700
Median Rent
$1,877/mo
Population
32,379
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Jane Addams Middle has a median household income of $86,736. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $745,700, with a median rent of $1,877/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bret Harte Middle San Jose, CA | 8.2 |
| Central Middle San Carlos, CA | 8.2 |
| Clifton Middle Monrovia, CA | 8.2 |
| De Portola Middle San Diego, CA | 8.2 |
| Frank J. Zamboni Paramount, CA | 8.2 |
| John F. Kennedy Middle Cupertino, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jane Addams Middle
What grades does Jane Addams Middle serve?
Jane Addams Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jane Addams Middle?
Jane Addams Middle has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jane Addams Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Jane Addams Middle is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jane Addams Middle rank in CA?
Jane Addams Middle is ranked #1014 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Jane Addams Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Jane Addams Middle has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Jane Addams Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Jane Addams Middle has 40.9% math proficiency and 55.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Jane Addams Middle a charter school?
No, Jane Addams Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jane Addams Middle a Title I school?
No, Jane Addams Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jane Addams Middle?
80.0% of students at Jane Addams 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
- 88 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 48 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 61 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,462/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 704
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 676-4806
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Lawndale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,200
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
Other Schools in This District
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