Best 90278 California Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,209 students in 90278, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90278, CA are Parras (Nick G.) Middle School and Adams Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90278 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90278, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 90278, CA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parras (Nick G.) Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
200 North Lucia
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8616
Gr: 6-8 | 1,031 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Adams Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2600 Ripley Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 798-8636
Gr: 6-8 | 1,165 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
Redondo Beach Virtual Learning
Alternative School
1401 Inglewood Ave.
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 379-5449
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 90278 California

90278, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2110 Artesia Blvd., Ste. B224
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(323) 755-5566
Gr: 6-11 | 206 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 90278, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90278, CA include Parras (Nick G.) Middle School and Adams Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 90278?
3 public middle schools are located in 90278.
What is the racial composition of students in 90278?
90278 public middle schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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