Very Good
#2920 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Ethel Dwyer Middle
Middle School · Huntington Beach City Elementary
1502 Palm Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Enrollment
943
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
943
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,920 of 9,539
In Huntington Beach
#20 of 32
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Huntington Beach City Elementary
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Ethel Dwyer Middle
Ethel Dwyer Middle is a public middle school in Huntington Beach, CA, part of Huntington Beach City Elementary. Ethel Dwyer Middle serves approximately 943 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ethel Dwyer Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,920 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ethel Dwyer Middle show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Ethel Dwyer Middle runs 25.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Ethel Dwyer Middle — Students at Ethel Dwyer Middle score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Ethel Dwyer Middle Compares
See how Ethel Dwyer Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1502 Palm Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ethel Dwyer Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mesa View Middle (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Talbert (Samuel E.) Middle (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Isaac L. Sowers Middle (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Agnes L. Smith Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Huntington Beach High Huntington Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| FUSION ACADEMY HUNTINGTON BEACH SEACLIFF VILLAGE Huntington Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Patti's Preschool, Inc. Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| Kinetic Academy Huntington Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY INSTITUTE Huntington Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| Holy Family Institute Huntington Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| Huntington Seacliff Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| John R. Peterson Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| S. A. Moffett Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Newland (William T.) Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Elm Tree Academy Huntington Beach | 1.9 mi | — |
| STS SIMON & JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Simon and St. Jude Elementary Huntington Beach | 2.0 mi | — |
| Mesa View Middle Huntington Beach | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Talbert (Samuel E.) Middle Huntington Beach | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Hope View Elementary Huntington Beach | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Courreges (Roch) Elementary Fountain Valley | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Isaac L. Sowers Middle Huntington Beach | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Edison High Huntington Beach | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,993
Median Home Value
$1,176,000
Median Rent
$2,324/mo
Population
45,521
College Educated
51.2%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
44
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ethel Dwyer Middle
What grades does Ethel Dwyer Middle serve?
Ethel Dwyer Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ethel Dwyer Middle?
Ethel Dwyer Middle has an enrollment of approximately 943 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ethel Dwyer Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ethel Dwyer Middle is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ethel Dwyer Middle rank in CA?
Ethel Dwyer Middle ranks #2,920 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ethel Dwyer Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ethel Dwyer Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ethel Dwyer Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ethel Dwyer Middle has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ethel Dwyer Middle a charter school?
No, Ethel Dwyer Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ethel Dwyer Middle a Title I school?
No, Ethel Dwyer Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ethel Dwyer Middle?
38.2% of students at Ethel Dwyer Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 943
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (714) 536-7507
Resources & Links
District
Huntington Beach City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,628
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,730
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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