Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Joseph Le Conte 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Le Conte Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph Le Conte Middle School's student population of 627 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Rankings
Joseph Le Conte Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Le Conte Middle School is 0.26, 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
#7770 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Los Angeles Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Le Conte Middle School's ranking?
Joseph Le Conte Middle School is ranked #7770 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joseph Le Conte Middle School often compared to?
Joseph Le Conte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bancroft Middle School, Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Le Conte Middle School?
627 students attend Joseph Le Conte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Joseph Le Conte Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Le Conte Middle School?
Joseph Le Conte Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joseph Le Conte Middle School offer ?
Joseph Le Conte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joseph Le Conte Middle School part of?
Joseph Le Conte Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph Le Conte Middle School located?
Joseph Le Conte 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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