Excellent
#1211 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Mt. Gleason Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
10965 Mt. Gleason Ave., Sunland, CA 91040
Enrollment
748
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
748
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sunland
#2 of 3
public schools
California middle schools
#127 of 1,349
In district
#282 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Mt. Gleason Middle
Mt. Gleason Middle is a public middle school in Sunland, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 748 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.7:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1/10, placing it in the 87.3th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 31% proficiency in math, 3 points below the state average and 47% in reading/language arts, 1 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.9/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $104,719, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Gleason Middle — Students at Mt. Gleason Middle score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 7.8/10.
How Mt. Gleason Middle Compares
See how Mt. Gleason Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 31% (2019) to 31.48% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 49% (2019) to 46.9% (2024).
Location
10965 Mt. Gleason Ave., Sunland, CA 91040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Gleason Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Verdugo Hills Senior High (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Tujunga), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Apperson Street Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dunsmore Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sunland, see our Sunland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Plainview Academic Charter Academy Tujunga | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Verdugo Hills Senior High Tujunga | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Mt. Lukens Continuation Tujunga | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| HAYKAZUNYADZ CHILD CARE CENTER INC. Tujunga | 0.9 mi | — |
| Sunland Elementary Sunland | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Haykazunyadz Armenian Center Inc. Tujunga | 0.9 mi | — |
| Apperson Street Elementary Sunland | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Pinewood Avenue Elementary Tujunga | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Mountain View Elementary Tujunga | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Glendale | 3.0 mi | — |
| CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale | 3.0 mi | 2.3 |
| First Steps La Crescenta | 3.2 mi | — |
| FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta | 3.4 mi | — |
| Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Vinedale College Preparatory Academy Sun Valley | 3.7 mi | 3.9 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY OF LOS ANGELES Lake View Terrace | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,719
Median Home Value
$787,000
Median Rent
$1,820/mo
Population
21,436
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
43.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mt. Gleason Middle has a median household income of $104,719. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $787,000, with a median rent of $1,820/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albany Middle Albany, CA | 8.1 |
| Challenger Middle San Diego, CA | 8.1 |
| Clement Middle Redlands, CA | 8.1 |
| Helen Stacey Middle Huntington Beach, CA | 8.1 |
| Huntington Middle San Marino, CA | 8.1 |
| John Adams Middle Santa Monica, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Gleason Middle
What grades does Mt. Gleason Middle serve?
Mt. Gleason Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mt. Gleason Middle?
Mt. Gleason Middle has an enrollment of approximately 748 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Gleason Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Gleason Middle is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Gleason Middle rank in CA?
Mt. Gleason Middle is ranked #1211 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Gleason Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Gleason Middle has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mt. Gleason Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mt. Gleason Middle has 31.4% math proficiency and 47.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mt. Gleason Middle a charter school?
No, Mt. Gleason Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Gleason Middle a Title I school?
No, Mt. Gleason Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Gleason Middle?
83.0% of students at Mt. Gleason 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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 36 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 29 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 18 Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety
- Low (245/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 748
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 951-2580
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #282 of 769
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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