Serving 484 students in grades 6-8, Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower 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 (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School is 0.74, 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
#2022 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School's ranking?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School is ranked #2022 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School often compared to?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vallemar Elementary School, Ocean Shore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School?
484 students attend Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School offer ?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School part of?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School is part of Pacifica School District.
In what neighborhood is Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School located?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School is located in the Sharp Park neighborhood of Pacifica, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sharp Park.
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