Serving 1,174 students in grades 6-8, Louis Armstrong Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louis Armstrong Middle School's student population of 1,174 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Louis Armstrong Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louis Armstrong Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#3088 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
42%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louis Armstrong Middle School's ranking?
Louis Armstrong Middle School is ranked #3088 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Louis Armstrong Middle School often compared to?
Louis Armstrong Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Frost Middle School, Science Academy Stem Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Louis Armstrong Middle School?
1,174 students attend Louis Armstrong Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Louis Armstrong Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louis Armstrong Middle School?
Louis Armstrong Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Louis Armstrong Middle School offer ?
Louis Armstrong Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Louis Armstrong Middle School part of?
Louis Armstrong Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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