Excellent
#1063 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Para Los Ninos Middle
Middle School · Para Los Ninos Middle District
835 Stanford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,063 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#103 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Para Los Ninos Middle
Para Los Ninos Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Para Los Ninos Middle District. Para Los Ninos Middle serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Para Los Ninos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,063 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Para Los Ninos Middle show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Para Los Ninos Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
32% of students at Para Los Ninos 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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Para Los Ninos Middle — Students at Para Los Ninos Middle score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Para Los Ninos Middle Compares
See how Para Los Ninos Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
835 Stanford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Para Los Ninos Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Para Los Ninos Charter (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ednovate - Brio College Prep (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Santee Education Complex (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Central High Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Tri-C Community Day Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| St. Turibius Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST TURIBIUS SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Para Los Ninos Charter Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| San Pedro Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Bridge Academy Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| LUMBINI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Metropolitan Continuation Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| CDS Secondary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| Jardin de la Infancia Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | — |
| YouthBuild Charter School of California Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Bell Hooks, Academy of Faithful Scholars Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | — |
| Santee Education Complex Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Ednovate - South LA College Prep Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Frida Kahlo High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Oak Crest Academy Los Angeles Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| NISHI HONGWANJI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ednovate - Brio College Prep Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,250
Median Home Value
$1,075,800
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
3,152
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
6.9%
Poverty Rate
43.4%
Median Age
39.8
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| High Tech Middle North County San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
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| North Tahoe Middle Tahoe City, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Para Los Ninos Middle
What grades does Para Los Ninos Middle serve?
Para Los Ninos Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Para Los Ninos Middle?
Para Los Ninos Middle has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Para Los Ninos Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Para Los Ninos Middle is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Para Los Ninos Middle rank in CA?
Para Los Ninos Middle ranks #1,063 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Para Los Ninos Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Para Los Ninos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Para Los Ninos Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Para Los Ninos Middle has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Para Los Ninos Middle a charter school?
Yes, Para Los Ninos Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Para Los Ninos Middle a Title I school?
No, Para Los Ninos Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Para Los Ninos Middle?
89.8% of students at Para Los Ninos 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
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (213) 896-2640
Resources & Links
District
Para Los Ninos Middle District- District Enrollment
- 313
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,581
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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