Excellent
#700 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Lake Center Middle
Middle School · Little Lake City Elementary
10503 South Pioneer Blvd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#700 of 9,539
In Santa Fe Springs
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
Little Lake City Elementary
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Lake Center Middle
Lake Center Middle is a public middle school in Santa Fe Springs, CA, part of Little Lake City Elementary. Lake Center Middle serves approximately 765 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Center Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #700 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Center Middle show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Lake Center Middle runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Lake Center Middle — Students at Lake Center Middle score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
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 Lake Center Middle Compares
See how Lake Center 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
10503 South Pioneer Blvd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Center Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lakeside Middle (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Norwalk), with a very similar rating. Another option is Los Nietos Middle (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Los Nietos), with a comparable rating. Additionally, STEAM Academy @ Burke (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Pico Rivera), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Fe Springs, see our Santa Fe Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Pius X Parish School Santa Fe Springs | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST PIUS X PARISH SCHOOL Santa Fe Springs | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Santa Fe Springs Christian School Santa Fe Springs | 0.3 mi | — |
| SANTA FE SPRINGS CHRISTIAN Santa Fe Springs | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Santa Fe High Santa Fe Springs | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Lakeview Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Cresson Elementary Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Lakeland Elementary Norwalk | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Jersey Avenue Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| William W. Orr Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Paddison Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| JOYLAND PRESCHOOL Norwalk | 1.6 mi | — |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| New Harvest Christian Norwalk | 1.6 mi | — |
| NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| STEAM Academy @ Burke Pico Rivera | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Los Nietos Middle Los Nietos | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,830
Median Home Value
$624,000
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
18,255
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Center Middle
What grades does Lake Center Middle serve?
Lake Center Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lake Center Middle?
Lake Center Middle has an enrollment of approximately 765 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Center Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Center Middle is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Center Middle rank in CA?
Lake Center Middle ranks #700 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lake Center Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Center 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 Lake Center Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Center Middle has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lake Center Middle a charter school?
No, Lake Center Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Center Middle a Title I school?
No, Lake Center Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Center Middle?
79.9% of students at Lake Center 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
- 765
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (562) 868-4977
Resources & Links
District
Little Lake City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,656
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,951
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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