Serving 1,197 students in grades 6-8, Manhattan Beach 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 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manhattan Beach 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
Manhattan Beach Middle School's student population of 1,197 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manhattan Beach Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manhattan Beach Middle School is 0.62, which is less 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
#494 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
14%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan Beach Middle School's ranking?
Manhattan Beach Middle School is ranked #494 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manhattan Beach Middle School often compared to?
Manhattan Beach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hermosa Valley Elementary School, Jane Addams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manhattan Beach Middle School?
1,197 students attend Manhattan Beach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Manhattan Beach Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manhattan Beach Middle School?
Manhattan Beach Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Manhattan Beach Middle School offer ?
Manhattan Beach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Manhattan Beach Middle School part of?
Manhattan Beach Middle School is part of Manhattan Beach Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Classes (Events)
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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