Very Good
#2934 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Thomas A. Edison Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
6500 Hooper Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,934 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#240 of 563
public schools
In district
#318 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Thomas A. Edison Middle?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Thomas A. Edison Middle
Middle School in Los Angeles · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Miramonte Elementary
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy
0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Thomas A. Edison Middle
Thomas A. Edison Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Thomas A.
Edison Middle serves approximately 849 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas A. Edison Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,934 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas A. Edison Middle show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Thomas A. Edison 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
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Thomas A. Edison Middle — Students at Thomas A. Edison Middle score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
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: 7.5/10.
How Thomas A. Edison Middle Compares
See how Thomas A. Edison 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
6500 Hooper Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas A. Edison Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Los Angeles Academy Middle (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alliance Kory Hunter Middle (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,751
Median Home Value
$513,300
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
56,403
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Elizabeth Terronez Middle Fresno, CA | 7.3 |
| Erle Stanley Gardner Middle Temecula, CA | 7.3 |
| Ethel Dwyer Middle Huntington Beach, CA | 7.3 |
| Fairfax Junior High Bakersfield, CA | 7.3 |
| Goleta Valley Junior High Goleta, CA | 7.3 |
| Heritage Intermediate Fontana, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas A. Edison Middle
What grades does Thomas A. Edison Middle serve?
Thomas A. Edison Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Thomas A. Edison Middle?
Thomas A. Edison Middle has an enrollment of approximately 849 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas A. Edison Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas A. Edison Middle is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas A. Edison Middle rank in CA?
Thomas A. Edison Middle ranks #2,934 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Thomas A. Edison Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas A. Edison Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Thomas A. Edison Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas A. Edison Middle has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Thomas A. Edison Middle a charter school?
No, Thomas A. Edison Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas A. Edison Middle a Title I school?
No, Thomas A. Edison Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas A. Edison Middle?
97.9% of students at Thomas A. Edison 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
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 849
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (323) 826-2500
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #318 of 769
Other Schools in This District
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.