Excellent
#1578 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
William Jefferson Clinton Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
3500 South Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,578 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#140 of 563
public schools
In district
#182 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About William Jefferson Clinton Middle
William Jefferson Clinton Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. William Jefferson Clinton Middle serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William Jefferson Clinton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,578 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for William Jefferson Clinton Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at William Jefferson Clinton 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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William Jefferson Clinton Middle — Students at William Jefferson Clinton Middle score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.4/10.
How William Jefferson Clinton Middle Compares
See how William Jefferson Clinton 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
3500 South Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Jefferson Clinton Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Orthopaedic Hospital (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Adams Middle (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Animo Jackie Robinson High (rated 8.2/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Animo Jackie Robinson High Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Maple Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| John Adams Middle Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Accelerated Charter Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Accelerated Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Wallis Annenberg High Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Gabriella Charter 2 Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Trinity Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Thirty-Second Street USC Performing Arts Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Orthopaedic Hospital Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Global Education Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| St. Vincent Elementary School Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| New Designs Charter Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| West Vernon Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood 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 William Jefferson Clinton Middle
What grades does William Jefferson Clinton Middle serve?
William Jefferson Clinton Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend William Jefferson Clinton Middle?
William Jefferson Clinton Middle has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Jefferson Clinton Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at William Jefferson Clinton Middle is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Jefferson Clinton Middle rank in CA?
William Jefferson Clinton Middle ranks #1,578 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is William Jefferson Clinton Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
William Jefferson Clinton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 William Jefferson Clinton Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Jefferson Clinton Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William Jefferson Clinton Middle a charter school?
No, William Jefferson Clinton Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Jefferson Clinton Middle a Title I school?
No, William Jefferson Clinton Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Jefferson Clinton Middle?
97.2% of students at William Jefferson Clinton 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
- 635
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (323) 235-7200
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #182 of 769
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