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#6940 of 9,539 schools in CA
John A. Sutter Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
7330 Winnetka Ave., Canoga Park, CA 91306
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,940 of 9,539
In Canoga Park
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#684 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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John A. Sutter Middle
Middle School in Canoga Park · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John A. Sutter Middle
John A. Sutter Middle is a public middle school in Canoga Park, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. John A.
Sutter Middle serves approximately 849 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John A. Sutter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,940 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John A. Sutter Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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John A. Sutter Middle — Students at John A. Sutter Middle score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How John A. Sutter Middle Compares
See how John A. Sutter 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
7330 Winnetka Ave., Canoga Park, CA 91306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John A. Sutter Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ingenium Charter Middle (rated 7.8/10, in nearby Winnetka), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIRK O' THE VALLEY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Reseda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Citizens of the World Charter School West Valley (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Winnetka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canoga Park, see our Canoga Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,958
Median Home Value
$719,900
Median Rent
$1,909/mo
Population
48,177
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
56.6%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John A. Sutter Middle
What grades does John A. Sutter Middle serve?
John A. Sutter Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John A. Sutter Middle?
John A. Sutter Middle has an enrollment of approximately 849 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John A. Sutter Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John A. Sutter Middle is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John A. Sutter Middle rank in CA?
John A. Sutter Middle ranks #6,940 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John A. Sutter Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John A. Sutter Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 John A. Sutter Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John A. Sutter Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John A. Sutter Middle a charter school?
No, John A. Sutter Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John A. Sutter Middle a Title I school?
No, John A. Sutter Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John A. Sutter Middle?
88.2% of students at John A. Sutter 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
- 849
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (818) 773-5800
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #684 of 769
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