Excellent
#1419 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
William Mulholland Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
17120 Vanowen St., Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Enrollment
1,003
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,003
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,419 of 9,539
In Lake Balboa
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#161 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About William Mulholland Middle
William Mulholland Middle is a public middle school in Lake Balboa, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. William Mulholland Middle serves approximately 1,003 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. William Mulholland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,419 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for William Mulholland Middle show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at William Mulholland 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 Mulholland Middle — Students at William Mulholland Middle score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 8.7/10.
How William Mulholland Middle Compares
See how William Mulholland 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
17120 Vanowen St., Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Mulholland Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Academy for Enriched Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Encino), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Birmingham Community Charter High (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stagg Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Van Nuys), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake Balboa, see our Lake Balboa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 Lake Balboa | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet Lake Balboa | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Independence Continuation Lake Balboa | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Birmingham Community Charter High Lake Balboa | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Gault Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| High Tech LA Lake Balboa | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 2 Van Nuys | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Lemay Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Bridget of Sweden Elementary Van Nuys | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST BRIDGET OF SWEDEN Lake Balboa | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| VALLEY WALDORF CITY SCHOOL Van Nuys | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| The City School Lake Balboa | 0.7 mi | — |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Stagg Street Elementary Van Nuys | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Newcastle Elementary Reseda | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Academy for Enriched Sciences Encino | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Zane Grey Continuation Reseda | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Westmark School Encino | 1.6 mi | — |
| WESTMARK SCHOOL Encino | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,653
Median Home Value
$765,000
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
52,661
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
37
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Mulholland Middle
What grades does William Mulholland Middle serve?
William Mulholland Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend William Mulholland Middle?
William Mulholland Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,003 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Mulholland Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at William Mulholland Middle is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Mulholland Middle rank in CA?
William Mulholland Middle ranks #1,419 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is William Mulholland Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
William Mulholland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Mulholland Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Mulholland Middle has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William Mulholland Middle a charter school?
No, William Mulholland Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Mulholland Middle a Title I school?
No, William Mulholland Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Mulholland Middle?
91.1% of students at William Mulholland 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
- 1,003
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (818) 609-2500
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #161 of 769
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