Very Good
#2446 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle
Middle School · Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle District
1933 Broadway #1108, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,446 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#206 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle
Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle District. Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,446 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 133 students, Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Russell Westbrook Why Not? 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.
Score Breakdown
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Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle — Students at Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle Compares
See how Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1933 Broadway #1108, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Libertas College Preparatory Charter (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, KIPP Scholar Academy (rated 4.7/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,032
Median Home Value
$852,900
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
39,253
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
10.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
38.7%
Median Age
25.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle
What grades does Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle serve?
Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle?
Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle rank in CA?
Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle ranks #2,446 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle a charter school?
Yes, Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle a Title I school?
No, Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle?
83.5% of students at Russell Westbrook Why Not? 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
- 133
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.6%
- Phone
- (323) 403-0770
Resources & Links
District
Russell Westbrook Why Not? Middle District- District Enrollment
- 133
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,774
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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