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Piute Middle

Lancaster Elementary · Los Angeles County · 425 East Avenue H-11, Lancaster, CA 93535-1800

(661) 942-9508 · www.piutemiddle.org/

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1/10
#1302
Rank 1302 out of 1,315
Top 99%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1299 · 1st percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1308 · 1st percentile
Science1/10 · #1280 · 3rd percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Piute Middle serves the eastern Lancaster community in the high desert of Los Angeles County, where the Antelope Valley's wide-open landscapes come with real economic challenges that shape daily life for many families here. The school faces significant academic headwinds, with test scores among the lowest in California, though its science program shows a slightly stronger foothold that may reflect some dedicated instruction in that area. Families navigating the Lancaster 93535 zip code will want to explore additional academic support resources and stay closely connected with teachers to help students make the most of their middle school years.

Student Demographics

644 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
420 (65%)
African American
161 (25%)
White
30 (5%)
Multiple Races
24 (4%)
Other
9 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners174 (27%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged613 (95%)
Students with Disabilities135 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

729
Enrollment
44
Teachers (FTE)
16.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
20
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 Programs4/10 · #953 · 31st percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found