Serving 1,096 students in grades 6-8, South Pasadena Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,096 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: South Pasadena Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire South Pasadena school district, covering approximately 3.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Pasadena 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
South Pasadena Middle School's student population of 1,096 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,096 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Pasadena Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Pasadena 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
#378 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
39%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
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)3.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pasadena Middle School's ranking?
South Pasadena Middle School is ranked #378 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are South Pasadena Middle School often compared to?
South Pasadena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend South Pasadena Middle School?
1,096 students attend South Pasadena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of South Pasadena Middle School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Pasadena Middle School?
South Pasadena Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Pasadena Middle School offer ?
South Pasadena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Pasadena Middle School part of?
South Pasadena Middle School is part of South Pasadena Unified School District.
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