Serving 1,110 students in grades 6-8, Alexander Fleming Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 1,110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander Fleming Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Alexander Fleming Middle School's student population of 1,110 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,110 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexander Fleming Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Fleming Middle School is 0.48, 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
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Alexander Fleming Middle School's ranking?
Alexander Fleming Middle School is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alexander Fleming Middle School often compared to?
Alexander Fleming Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alexander Fleming Middle School?
1,110 students attend Alexander Fleming Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Alexander Fleming Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander Fleming Middle School?
Alexander Fleming Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alexander Fleming Middle School offer ?
Alexander Fleming Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alexander Fleming Middle School part of?
Alexander Fleming Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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