Serving 653 students in grades 6-8, Madrona Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: 54%
- Reading Proficiency: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madrona Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Madrona Middle School's student population of 653 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Madrona Middle School is 0.72, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Madrona Middle School often compared to?
Madrona Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calle Mayor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Madrona Middle School?
653 students attend Madrona Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Madrona Middle School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madrona Middle School?
Madrona Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Madrona Middle School offer ?
Madrona Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Madrona Middle School part of?
Madrona Middle School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
LAST DAY OF SHOOL 8th gr out at 11am; gr 6&7 out at NOON
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
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