BELVEDERE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Belvedere Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 1,022 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, Belvedere Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Belvedere Middle School, located in the East Los Angeles neighborhood of Boyle Heights, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is situated on North Record Avenue and serves a predominantly Hispanic community, maintaining a long-standing presence in the local area. Its academic mission focuses on preparing middle schoolers for the transition to high school by offering a standard middle school curriculum that aligns with district-wide educational goals.

Beyond its core academics, the school provides a variety of extracurricular activities and support services designed to foster student engagement and personal development. As an LAUSD institution, it operates under the district’s broader framework for student equity and achievement, focusing on creating a safe and collaborative environment for its diverse student body. Families and community members often use the school's online portal to stay informed about calendar events, academic programs, and ongoing school operations.

For more information, contact Belvedere Middle at (323) 266-5400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.