Original Research by School Decision on Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 4 District
Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 4 District is a single-school charter district serving grades six through eight in Los Angeles County. The school operates as part of the broader Alliance network and draws a specific student population, with enrollment distributed across three middle grades.
The student body is predominantly Hispanic, making up the vast majority of the school's enrollment. The remaining enrollment is split among a small number of students identifying as multiracial, Black, and White, along with one student identifying as American Indian or Alaska Native. Data on the free-and-reduced-price lunch rate and the proportion of English learners or students with individualized education plans was not available, limiting a full picture of the school's economic and linguistic composition.
On chronic absenteeism, the school performs in the top quartile among Los Angeles County's districts, with a notably lower rate than the county median. This is a measurable strength in student attendance and engagement. Per-pupil current spending sits in the middle range but on the lower half compared to other county districts, suggesting the school manages resources carefully though with less funding per student than many comparable schools in the region.
State testing data, proficiency rates, and graduation rates were not provided. Because this is a middle school serving only grades six through eight, state assessment results and graduation rates may not be applicable in the same way they are for high schools and comprehensive districts. A parent interested in academic performance across tested subjects and grades may want to look into this further with the school directly.
The school recently completed facilities improvements, according to publicly reported information from the school community. These additions have expanded physical spaces and are described as contributing to a safer, more organized learning environment. Separately, the school secured a federal Charter Schools Program grant, a multi-year investment intended to enhance and expand its program offerings and support its operational stability.
As a charter school within the Alliance network, the school's governance and accountability structures differ from traditional public schools. Parents considering this option should be familiar with how charter oversight and renewal processes work in California and be comfortable with the school's mission and model.
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