For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,929 students in Pacifica, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in Pacifica, CA are Vallemar Elementary School, Cabrillo Elementary School and Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pacifica, CA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the California public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in Pacifica have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Pacifica, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vallemar Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
377 Reina Del Mar Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Grades: K-8
| 490 students
Rank: #22.
Cabrillo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Crespi Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Grades: K-8
| 548 students
Rank: #33.
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1427 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Grades: 6-8
| 445 students
Rank: #44.
Ocean Shore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
411 Oceana Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Grades: K-8
| 412 students
Rank: #55.
Pacifica Independent Home Study
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
830 Rosita Rd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Grades: K-8
| 34 students
Pacifica, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Buffum Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
1427 Palmetto Ave
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Grades: 6-8
| 701 students
930 Oddstad Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Grades: K-5
| 310 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Pacifica, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in Pacifica, CA include Vallemar Elementary School, Cabrillo Elementary School and Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Pacifica?
5 public middle schools are located in Pacifica.
What is the racial composition of students in Pacifica?
Pacifica public middle schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Pacifica are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Pacifica include: Ocean Shore Elementary School vs. Vallemar Elementary School, Vallemar Elementary School vs. Ocean Shore Elementary School, Cabrillo Elementary School vs. Vallemar Elementary School
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