Serving 471 students in grades 6-8, Hubert Howe Bancroft 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School's student population of 471 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School is 0.42, 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
#7447 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School's ranking?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School is ranked #7447 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School often compared to?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Le Conte Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School?
471 students attend Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School offer ?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School part of?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School located?
Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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