Parras (Nick G.) Middle School

200 North Lucia
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 1,031 students in grades 6-8, Parras (Nick G.) Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 1,031 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 10% in CA
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : Parras (Nick G.) Middle serves the southern part of Redondo Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Parras (Nick G.) Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Parras (Nick G.) Middle School's student population of 1,031 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,031 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1953
School Motto
Realizing passion and purpose, maximizing success and significance.

School Rankings

Parras (Nick G.) Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parras (Nick G.) Middle School is 0.70, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#664 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

71%
34%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

75%
47%
52%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
14%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
21%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Black
3%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

White
47%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
15%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
53%
0.70

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
11.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parras (Nick G.) Middle School's ranking?
Parras (Nick G.) Middle School is ranked #664 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Parras (Nick G.) Middle School often compared to?
Parras (Nick G.) Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Parras (Nick G.) Middle School?
1,031 students attend Parras (Nick G.) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Parras (Nick G.) Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parras (Nick G.) Middle School?
Parras (Nick G.) Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Parras (Nick G.) Middle School offer ?
Parras (Nick G.) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Parras (Nick G.) Middle School part of?
Parras (Nick G.) Middle School is part of Redondo Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Parras (Nick G.) Middle School located?
Parras (Nick G.) Middle School is located in the South Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in South Redondo.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,031 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : Parras (Nick G.) Middle serves the southern part of Redondo Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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