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#4131 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
San Fernando Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
130 North Brand Blvd., San Fernando, CA 91340
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,131 of 9,539
In San Fernando
#8 of 14
public schools
In district
#440 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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San Fernando Middle
Middle School in San Fernando · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About San Fernando Middle
San Fernando Middle is a public middle school in San Fernando, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. San Fernando Middle serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. San Fernando Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,131 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Fernando Middle show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at San Fernando 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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San Fernando Middle — Students at San Fernando Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.9/10.
How San Fernando Middle Compares
See how San Fernando 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
130 North Brand Blvd., San Fernando, CA 91340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Fernando Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. San Fernando Institute of Applied Media (rated 8.0/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Burbank), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Fernando, see our San Fernando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,124
Median Home Value
$624,900
Median Rent
$1,740/mo
Population
33,750
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Fernando Middle
What grades does San Fernando Middle serve?
San Fernando Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend San Fernando Middle?
San Fernando Middle has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Middle is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Fernando Middle rank in CA?
San Fernando Middle ranks #4,131 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Fernando Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
San Fernando Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 San Fernando Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Fernando Middle has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Fernando Middle a charter school?
No, San Fernando Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Fernando Middle a Title I school?
No, San Fernando Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Fernando Middle?
94.2% of students at San Fernando 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
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.1%
- Phone
- (818) 837-5400
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #440 of 769
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