Excellent
#878 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Richard E. Byrd Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
8501 Arleta Ave., Sun Valley, CA 91352
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sun Valley
#2 of 13
public schools
California middle schools
#91 of 1,349
In district
#229 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Richard E. Byrd Middle
Richard E. Byrd Middle is a public middle school in Sun Valley, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 968 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.8th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 26% proficiency in math, 8 points below the state average and 35% in reading/language arts, 12 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.4/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $74,621, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Richard E. Byrd Middle — Students at Richard E. Byrd Middle score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
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: 9.1/10.
How Richard E. Byrd Middle Compares
See how Richard E. Byrd Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 22% (2019) to 26.99% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 33% (2019) to 35.55% (2024).
Location
8501 Arleta Ave., Sun Valley, CA 91352
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richard E. Byrd Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Canterbury Avenue Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Arleta), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Arminta Street Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby North Hollywood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Vena Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Arleta), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sun Valley, see our Sun Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91352 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,621
Median Home Value
$700,100
Median Rent
$1,761/mo
Population
46,153
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
37.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Richard E. Byrd Middle has a median household income of $74,621. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $700,100, with a median rent of $1,761/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.5%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aliso Viejo Middle Aliso Viejo, CA | 8.3 |
| Harvest Park Middle Pleasanton, CA | 8.3 |
| Henry T. Gage Middle Huntington Park, CA | 8.3 |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley, CA | 8.3 |
| Pacoima Middle Pacoima, CA | 8.3 |
| Rancho Milpitas Middle Milpitas, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richard E. Byrd Middle
What grades does Richard E. Byrd Middle serve?
Richard E. Byrd Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Richard E. Byrd Middle?
Richard E. Byrd Middle has an enrollment of approximately 968 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard E. Byrd Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Richard E. Byrd Middle is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richard E. Byrd Middle rank in CA?
Richard E. Byrd Middle is ranked #878 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Richard E. Byrd Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Richard E. Byrd Middle has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Richard E. Byrd Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Richard E. Byrd Middle has 26.0% math proficiency and 34.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Richard E. Byrd Middle a charter school?
No, Richard E. Byrd Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richard E. Byrd Middle a Title I school?
No, Richard E. Byrd Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richard E. Byrd Middle?
86.1% of students at Richard E. Byrd 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
- 35 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 39 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 48 Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety
- Low (245/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 968
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 394-4300
- 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
- #229 of 769
How We Rate Schools
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