Excellent
#705 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
John Adams Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
151 West 30th St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#705 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#72 of 563
public schools
In district
#91 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About John Adams Middle
John Adams Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. John Adams Middle serves approximately 686 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. John Adams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Adams Middle show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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John Adams Middle — Students at John Adams Middle score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
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: 8.6/10.
How John Adams Middle Compares
See how John Adams 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
151 West 30th St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Adams Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Orthopaedic Hospital (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Animo Jackie Robinson High (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Accelerated Charter Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Animo Jackie Robinson High Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| William Jefferson Clinton Middle Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Orthopaedic Hospital Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Maple Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Vincent Elementary School Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| New Designs Charter Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Early College Academy-LA Trade Tech College Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Thirty-Second Street USC Performing Arts Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Gabriella Charter 2 Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Trinity Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Star Christian Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| Accelerated Charter Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Frida Kahlo High Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Santee Education Complex Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Accelerated Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Wallis Annenberg High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,032
Median Home Value
$852,900
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
39,253
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
10.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
38.7%
Median Age
25.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Adams Middle
What grades does John Adams Middle serve?
John Adams Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John Adams Middle?
John Adams Middle has an enrollment of approximately 686 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Adams Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John Adams Middle is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Adams Middle rank in CA?
John Adams Middle ranks #705 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Adams Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John Adams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Adams Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Adams Middle has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Adams Middle a charter school?
No, John Adams Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Adams Middle a Title I school?
No, John Adams Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Adams Middle?
96.9% of students at John Adams 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
- 686
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (213) 745-3700
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #91 of 769
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