For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,401 students in 93438, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 93438, CA are Vandenberg Middle School, Dr Bob Forinash Community Day and Mission Valley. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 93438 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 93438, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93438, CA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vandenberg Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Mountain View Blvd.
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2700
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2700
Gr: 7-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Dr Bob Forinash Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
320 North J St.
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2940
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2940
Gr: 7-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Mission Valley
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
320 North J St.
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2940
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2940
Gr: K-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Lompoc Valley Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
234 South N St.
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2600
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2600
Gr: 7-8 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
93438, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
320 North J St.
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2550
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Mountain View Blvd.
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2400
Lompoc, CA 93438
(805) 742-2400
Gr: K-5 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 93438, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 93438, CA include Vandenberg Middle School, Dr Bob Forinash Community Day and Mission Valley.
How many public middle schools are located in 93438?
4 public middle schools are located in 93438.
What is the racial composition of students in 93438?
93438 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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