Excellent
#114 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
3010 Estara Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90065
Enrollment
815
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
815
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
9.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#33 of 563
public schools
California middle schools
#6 of 1,349
In district
#40 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet
Washington Irving Middle School Math, Music, and Engineering Magnet serves 815 students in grades 6 through 8 in Los Angeles, California. It earns a composite score of 9.2/10 — rated Exceptional — driven by a growth score of 9.6/10 that ranks among the strongest in the state. The numbers make the standing clear.
Irving sits #6 among 1,349 middle schools in California, placing it in elite territory by any statewide measure. It also ranks #33 out of 563 Los Angeles public schools and outperforms 99% of California's more than 9,500 public schools overall. That combination of raw academic performance and above-average student growth signals a school that is accelerating outcomes, not just maintaining them.
A 16:1 student-teacher ratio supports the individualized attention a specialized magnet program demands. The school's academic score of 8.6/10 is strong, but the 9.6 growth score is what distinguishes Irving from high-performing peers that plateau. Students are making measurable gains year over year — a signal that the instruction is working across ability levels.
Families looking for a rigorous public option centered on math, music, and engineering will find few better choices in Los Angeles, and virtually none at the middle school level across California.
Score Breakdown
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Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet — Students at Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.4%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet Compares
See how Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 41% (2019) to 47.34% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 46% (2019) to 55.3% (2024).
Location
3010 Estara Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Atwater Avenue Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Allesandro Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alliance Leichtman-Levine FAM Foundation Env Sci High (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,903
Median Home Value
$1,043,900
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
45,075
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
39.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet has a median household income of $92,903. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,043,900, with a median rent of $1,774/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Pacific Beach Middle San Diego, CA | 9.2 |
| Adaline E. Kent Middle Kentfield, CA | 9.1 |
| La Vina Middle Delano, CA | 9.1 |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle Northridge, CA | 9.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet
What grades does Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet serve?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 815 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet rank in CA?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet is ranked #114 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet has a composite rating of 9.2 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 Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet has 46.0% math proficiency and 53.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet a charter school?
No, Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet a Title I school?
No, Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet?
65.4% of students at Washington Irving Mid Sch Math Music and Engr Magnet 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
- 85 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 52 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 58 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Compare Selected →Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 815
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 259-3700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #40 of 769
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