Serving 123 students in grades 6-12, James J. Mcbride Special Education Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is equal to the California state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center's student population of 123 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready For The World
School Rankings
The diversity score of James J. Mcbride Special Education Center is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
28%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
7%
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 schools are James J. Mcbride Special Education Center often compared to?
James J. Mcbride Special Education Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of James J. Mcbride Special Education Center?
The graduation rate of James J. Mcbride Special Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend James J. Mcbride Special Education Center?
123 students attend James J. Mcbride Special Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of James J. Mcbride Special Education Center students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James J. Mcbride Special Education Center?
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James J. Mcbride Special Education Center offer ?
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is James J. Mcbride Special Education Center part of?
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is James J. Mcbride Special Education Center located?
James J. Mcbride Special Education Center is located in the Mar Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Mar Vista.
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