Serving 1,165 students in grades 6-8, Adams Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Adams Middle serves the northern part of Redondo Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.1 miles and the furthest edge located 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Adams Middle School's student population of 1,165 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,165 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The parents, students, faculty, and support staff at Adams Middle School are committed to the pursuit of excellence in all curricular endeavors as well as the cultivation of individual student abilities, fostering citizenship in a safe, healthy, and suppo
School Rankings
Adams Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1264 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Middle School's ranking?
Adams Middle School is ranked #1264 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Adams Middle School often compared to?
Adams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parras (Nick G.) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Adams Middle School?
1,165 students attend Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Adams Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Middle School?
Adams Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Adams Middle School offer ?
Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Adams Middle School part of?
Adams Middle School is part of Redondo Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Middle School located?
Adams Middle School is located in the North Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in North Redondo.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is great! Much better than Paris middle school.
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