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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

Reginald M. Benton Middle

Norwalk-La Mirada Unified · Los Angeles County · 15709 East Olive Branch Road, La Mirada, CA 90638-2435

(562) 210-2500 · www.bentonms.org

7/10
#430
Rank 430 out of 1,315
Top 33%
English Language Arts8/10 · #373 · 72nd percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #514 · 61st percentile
Science7/10 · #405 · 69th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the family-friendly suburb of La Mirada — a quieter corner of LA County where tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community set the tone — Benton Middle School delivers solid academics that sit comfortably above average, with particular strength in English. It's a good fit for families who want a stable, grounded middle school experience without the intensity of higher-pressure districts nearby, and La Mirada's parks, low-key suburban vibe, and proximity to both Orange County and central LA make it a genuinely pleasant place to raise kids during those sometimes-tricky middle school years.

Student Demographics

690 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
478 (69%)
White
90 (13%)
Asian
46 (7%)
Filipino
26 (4%)
Multiple Races
22 (3%)
African American
18 (3%)
Other
10 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners69 (10%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged385 (56%)
Students with Disabilities67 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

718
Enrollment
28.7
Teachers (FTE)
25:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
18
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 Programs7/10 · #519 · 62nd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found