Serving 920 students in grades 6-8, Los Alisos 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 920 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Alisos Middle School's student population of 920 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
920 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
At Los Alisos, we are inclusive and celebrate diversity.
School Rankings
Los Alisos 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 Los Alisos Middle School is 0.24, 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
#5344 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Alisos Middle School's ranking?
Los Alisos Middle School is ranked #5344 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Alisos Middle School?
920 students attend Los Alisos Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Los Alisos Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Alisos Middle School?
Los Alisos Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Alisos Middle School offer ?
Los Alisos Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Los Alisos Middle School part of?
Los Alisos Middle School is part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District.
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