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#5457 of 9,539 schools in CA
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
4066 West Johnnie Cochran Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90019
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,457 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#398 of 563
public schools
In district
#562 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Johnnie Cochran Jr.
Middle serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,457 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
56% of students at Johnnie Cochran Jr. 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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Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle — Students at Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.8%
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: 6.2/10.
How Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle Compares
See how Johnnie Cochran Jr. 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
4066 West Johnnie Cochran Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Global Education Academy 2 (rated 9.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Girls Academic Leadership Acad Dr. Michelle King Sch STEM (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Queen Anne Place Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,395
Median Home Value
$1,178,100
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
59,288
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
23.9%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle
What grades does Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle serve?
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle?
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Johnnie Cochran Jr. 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 Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle rank in CA?
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle ranks #5,457 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle a charter school?
No, Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle a Title I school?
No, Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle?
94.8% of students at Johnnie Cochran Jr. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.5%
- Phone
- (323) 730-4300
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #562 of 769
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