Serving 495 students in grades 6-8, Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 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 13% (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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 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 12's student population of 495 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 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 12 is 0.06, 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
#7935 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12's ranking?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 is ranked #7935 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?
13% 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 Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12?
495 students attend Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 offer ?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 part of?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 is part of Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 located?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 12 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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