Serving 955 students in grades 6-8, Hollenbeck Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 955 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 31%
- Reading Proficiency: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollenbeck Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hollenbeck Middle School's student population of 955 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
955 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hollenbeck Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Hollenbeck Middle School?
955 students attend Hollenbeck Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hollenbeck Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hollenbeck Middle School?
Hollenbeck Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hollenbeck Middle School offer ?
Hollenbeck Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hollenbeck Middle School part of?
Hollenbeck Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hollenbeck Middle School located?
Hollenbeck Middle School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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