Serving 1,073 students in grades 6-8, Adams 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 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams 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
Diversity
School Overview
Adams Middle School's student population of 1,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1306 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
31%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Middle School's ranking?
Adams Middle School is ranked #1306 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Adams Middle School often compared to?
Adams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parras (Nick G.) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Adams Middle School?
1,073 students attend Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Adams Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% 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 Adams Middle School?
Adams Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Adams Middle School offer ?
Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Adams Middle School part of?
Adams Middle School is part of Redondo Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Middle School located?
Adams Middle School is located in the North Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in North Redondo.
School Reviews
5 12/22/2021
This school is great! Much better than Paris middle school.
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