Serving 1,049 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 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 1,049 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Parras (Nick G.) Middle School's student population of 1,049 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,049 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parras (Nick G.) 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 Parras (Nick G.) Middle School is 0.69, 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
#772 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
21%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
48%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Parras (Nick G.) Middle School's ranking?
Parras (Nick G.) Middle School is ranked #772 out of 9,602 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
1,049 students attend Parras (Nick G.) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Parras (Nick G.) Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% 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 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
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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