Very Good
#2739 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Will Rogers Middle
Middle School · Lawndale Elementary
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Enrollment
799
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
799
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,739 of 9,539
In Lawndale
#7 of 13
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Lawndale Elementary
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Will Rogers Middle
Will Rogers Middle is a public middle school in Lawndale, CA, part of Lawndale Elementary. Will Rogers Middle serves approximately 799 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Will Rogers Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Will Rogers Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Will Rogers Middle runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Will Rogers Middle — Students at Will Rogers Middle score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
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: 7.6/10.
How Will Rogers Middle Compares
See how Will Rogers 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
4161 West 147th St., Lawndale, CA 90260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Will Rogers Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Jane Addams Middle (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Prairie Vista Middle (rated 5.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), a more accessible option. Additionally, Bud Carson Middle (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lawndale, see our Lawndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Jane Addams Middle Lawndale | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Lucille J. Smith Elementary Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| St. Catherine Laboure Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| William Green Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | — |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Lawndale High Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Billy Mitchell Elementary Lawndale | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,736
Median Home Value
$745,700
Median Rent
$1,877/mo
Population
32,379
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
36.7
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| Arthur E. Wright Middle Calabasas, CA | 7.4 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle Torrance, CA | 7.4 |
| Burton Middle Porterville, CA | 7.4 |
| Clement Middle Redlands, CA | 7.4 |
| Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy Los Angeles, CA | 7.4 |
| Eastmont Intermediate Montebello, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Will Rogers Middle
What grades does Will Rogers Middle serve?
Will Rogers Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Will Rogers Middle?
Will Rogers Middle has an enrollment of approximately 799 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers Middle is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Will Rogers Middle rank in CA?
Will Rogers Middle ranks #2,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Will Rogers Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Will Rogers Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Will Rogers Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Will Rogers Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Will Rogers Middle a charter school?
No, Will Rogers Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Will Rogers Middle a Title I school?
No, Will Rogers Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Will Rogers Middle?
74.3% of students at Will Rogers 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
- 799
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.9%
- Phone
- (310) 676-1197
Resources & Links
District
Lawndale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,420
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,200
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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