Serving 486 students in grades 6-8, Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4's student population of 486 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 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 Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 is 0.10, 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
#5889 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4's ranking?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 is ranked #5889 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4?
486 students attend Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 offer ?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 part of?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 is part of Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 4 School District.
In what neighborhood is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 located?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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