Serving 438 students in grades 6-8, Daniel Webster 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel Webster Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Daniel Webster Middle School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Daniel Webster 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 Daniel Webster 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
#8031 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Webster Middle School's ranking?
Daniel Webster Middle School is ranked #8031 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Daniel Webster Middle School often compared to?
Daniel Webster Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palms Middle School, New West Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Daniel Webster Middle School?
438 students attend Daniel Webster Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Daniel Webster Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daniel Webster Middle School?
Daniel Webster Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Daniel Webster Middle School offer ?
Daniel Webster Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Daniel Webster Middle School part of?
Daniel Webster Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Daniel Webster Middle School located?
Daniel Webster Middle School is located in the Westdale neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Westdale.
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