GRIFFITH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Griffith 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 1,459 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 59 teachers, Griffith Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Griffith Middle School, located in the East Los Angeles neighborhood of Belvedere, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is situated on East Fourth Street and functions as a key educational anchor for the local community, providing a structured environment focused on academic preparation and social-emotional development during the critical middle school years.

As an LAUSD institution, Griffith Middle School follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum standards, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for high school success. The school emphasizes core academic subjects while offering various extracurricular opportunities and support services designed to meet the unique needs of its students. By fostering a collaborative environment between faculty, parents, and the surrounding community, the school strives to cultivate a safe and engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Griffith Middle at (323) 266-7400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.