Very Good
#2932 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
155 West 69th St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Enrollment
877
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
877
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,932 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#238 of 563
public schools
In district
#316 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle serves approximately 877 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,932 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Mary Mcleod Bethune 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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Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle — Students at Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
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: 8.9/10.
How Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle Compares
See how Mary Mcleod Bethune 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
155 West 69th St., Los Angeles, CA 90003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gil Garcetti Learning Academy (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sixty-Sixth Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Estrella Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,781
Median Home Value
$547,600
Median Rent
$1,515/mo
Population
71,708
College Educated
7.1%
Homeownership
26.6%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.3%
Median Age
30.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle
What grades does Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle serve?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle has an enrollment of approximately 877 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle rank in CA?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle ranks #2,932 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle a charter school?
No, Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle a Title I school?
No, Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle?
95.9% of students at Mary Mcleod Bethune 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
- 877
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (323) 541-1800
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #316 of 769
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