Serving 884 students in grades 6-8, Ethel Dwyer 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 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ethel Dwyer Middle serves the northwest part of Huntington Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ethel Dwyer 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
Ethel Dwyer Middle School's student population of 884 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
884 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
School Motto
Igniting Young Minds to Reach for a Bright Future
School Rankings
Ethel Dwyer 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 Ethel Dwyer Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1408 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Junior Oilers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ethel Dwyer Middle School's ranking?
Ethel Dwyer Middle School is ranked #1408 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ethel Dwyer Middle School often compared to?
Ethel Dwyer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isaac L. Sowers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ethel Dwyer Middle School?
884 students attend Ethel Dwyer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ethel Dwyer Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ethel Dwyer Middle School?
Ethel Dwyer Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ethel Dwyer Middle School offer ?
Ethel Dwyer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ethel Dwyer Middle School part of?
Ethel Dwyer Middle School is part of Huntington Beach City Elementary School District.
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