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Middle SchoolsGrades 7-8

Mary McLeod Bethune Middle

Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles County · 155 West 69th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90003-1823

(323) 541-1800 · www.bethunems.org

2/10
#1148
Rank 1148 out of 1,315
Top 87%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1189 · 10th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #1063 · 19th percentile
Science2/10 · #1159 · 12th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mary McLeod Bethune Middle serves students in South Los Angeles, a dense, historically rich neighborhood that's seen significant investment and change in recent years. Families here are deeply rooted in the community, and the school reflects the resilience and determination that defines the area — though like many schools in this part of the city, there's room to grow academically, and families who want to support their child's learning journey may want to look into tutoring resources or after-school enrichment programs to supplement what's offered in the classroom. For families committed to this neighborhood and looking for a school close to home, Bethune can be a starting point, but it's worth staying closely engaged with teachers and school leadership to make the most of the experience.

Student Demographics

743 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
647 (87%)
African American
79 (11%)
Other
17 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners336 (45%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged727 (98%)
Students with Disabilities118 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

843
Enrollment
48.5
Teachers (FTE)
17.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
20.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #608 · 56th percentile

139 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found