Serving 1,039 students in grades 6-8, Patrick Henry Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patrick Henry Middle School's student population of 1,039 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Patrick Henry Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick Henry Middle School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4199 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick Henry Middle School's ranking?
Patrick Henry Middle School is ranked #4199 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Patrick Henry Middle School often compared to?
Patrick Henry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George K. Porter Middle School, Robert Frost Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Patrick Henry Middle School?
1,039 students attend Patrick Henry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Patrick Henry Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patrick Henry Middle School?
Patrick Henry Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Patrick Henry Middle School offer ?
Patrick Henry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Patrick Henry Middle School part of?
Patrick Henry Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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