Serving 1,547 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet's student population of 1,547 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Motto
Achievement with Honor and Pride
School Rankings
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet is 0.59, 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
#2759 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Los Angeles Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet's ranking?
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet is ranked #2759 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet?
1,547 students attend Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet?
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet offer ?
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet part of?
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet located?
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film And Media Magnet 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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