Best 90405 California Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,027 students in 90405, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 90405, CA are Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) and John 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 90405 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90405, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 90405, CA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Monica Alternative (K-8)
Alternative School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2525 Fifth St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 396-2640
Gr: K-8 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
John Adams Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2425 16th St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 452-2326
Gr: 6-8 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 90405 California

90405, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
601 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 450-8338

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 90405, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 90405, CA include Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) and John Adams Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 90405?
2 public middle schools are located in 90405.
What is the racial composition of students in 90405?
90405 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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