Serving 1,295 students in grades 6-8, Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School's student population of 1,295 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Home of the Dolphins
School Rankings
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1606 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School's ranking?
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School is ranked #1606 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School often compared to?
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wiseburn Middle School, Richard Henry Dana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School?
1,295 students attend Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School?
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School offer ?
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School part of?
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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