At a glance
Reported students
361
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
16.77
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
48th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
420
Middle College High: 361 reported students.
State peer staffing position
68th percentile
21.5:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 383
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Student–teacher ratio
- 23.9:1
What the reported data says about Middle College High
Middle College High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Los Angeles. It is one of 784 current school records connected to Los Angeles Unified. NCES reports 361 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 48th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.5:1, above the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (73.4%) and Black (23%). English learners represent 1.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 6 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Middle College High
- 1How do the reported 21.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 16.77 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 88.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.67
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White1.1%
- Hispanic73.4%
- Black23%
- Asian0.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
6 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Los Angeles Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
E. Los Angeles Renaiss Acad at Esteban E. Torres High #2
High · Grades 09–12
355 reported students
Valley Oaks Center for Enriched Studies
High · Grades 06–12
372 reported students
School of Business and Tourism at Contreras Learning Complex
High · Grades 09–12
392 reported students
Contreras Learning Center-Academic Leadership Community
High · Grades 09–12
392 reported students
Contreras Learning Center-School of Social Justice
High · Grades 09–12
326 reported students
Humanitas Acad of Art and Tech at Esteban E. Torres High #4
High · Grades 09–12
398 reported students
Public schools near Middle College High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stella High Charter Academy High · Charter · Stella High Charter Academy District | 09–12 | 555 | under 0.1 mi |
| Animo South Los Angeles Charter High · Charter · Animo South Los Angeles Charter District | 09–12 | 585 | 0.4 mi |
| Ellington (Duke) High (Continuation) High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 43 | 0.5 mi |
| Boys Academic Leadership Academy High · Los Angeles Unified | 06–12 | 69 | 0.6 mi |
| George Washington Preparatory High High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 738 | 0.6 mi |
| TEACH Tech Charter High High · Charter · TEACH Tech Charter High District | 09–12 | 363 | 0.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Middle College High
What grades does Middle College High serve?
Middle College High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Los Angeles Unified.
How many students attend Middle College High?
Middle College High reported 361 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 48th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 383 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Middle College High?
The calculated ratio is 21.5:1, based on 361 students and 16.77 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Middle College High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Middle College High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Los Angeles Unified attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Middle College High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
88.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Middle College High in?
Middle College High is part of Los Angeles Unified, based in Los Angeles, CA, which operates 784 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Middle College High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Stella High Charter Academy (under 0.1 mi), Animo South Los Angeles Charter (0.4 mi), Ellington (Duke) High (Continuation) (0.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.