Excellent
#493 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Luther Burbank Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
6460 North Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90042
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#493 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#54 of 563
public schools
In district
#61 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Luther Burbank Middle
Luther Burbank Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Luther Burbank Middle serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Luther Burbank Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #493 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Luther Burbank Middle show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Luther Burbank 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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Luther Burbank Middle — Students at Luther Burbank Middle score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.3/10.
How Luther Burbank Middle Compares
See how Luther Burbank 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
6460 North Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Luther Burbank Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bushnell Way Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, San Pascual Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,401
Median Home Value
$940,600
Median Rent
$1,853/mo
Population
58,344
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Luther Burbank Middle
What grades does Luther Burbank Middle serve?
Luther Burbank Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Luther Burbank Middle?
Luther Burbank Middle has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Luther Burbank Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Luther Burbank Middle is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Luther Burbank Middle rank in CA?
Luther Burbank Middle ranks #493 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Luther Burbank Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Luther Burbank Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Luther Burbank Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Luther Burbank Middle has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Luther Burbank Middle a charter school?
No, Luther Burbank Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Luther Burbank Middle a Title I school?
No, Luther Burbank Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luther Burbank Middle?
85.7% of students at Luther Burbank 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
- 866
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (323) 340-4400
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #61 of 769
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