Excellent
#971 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle
Middle School · Pacifica
1427 Palmetto Ave., Pacifica, CA 94044
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#971 of 9,539
In Pacifica
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Pacifica
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Ingrid B. Lacy Middle
Middle School in Pacifica · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ingrid B. Lacy Middle
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle is a public middle school in Pacifica, CA, part of Pacifica. Ingrid B.
Lacy Middle serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ingrid B. Lacy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #971 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ingrid B. Lacy Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Ingrid B. Lacy Middle — Students at Ingrid B. Lacy Middle score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Ingrid B. Lacy Middle Compares
See how Ingrid B. Lacy Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1427 Palmetto Ave., Pacifica, CA 94044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ingrid B. Lacy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westborough Middle (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby South San Francisco), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fernando Rivera Intermediate (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Daly City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pacifica, see our Pacifica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacifica | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Oceana High Pacifica | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Ocean Shore Elementary Pacifica | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Sunset Ridge Elementary Pacifica | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Franklin Delano Roosevelt Elementary Daly City | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Vallemar Elementary Pacifica | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Skyline Elementary Daly City | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Westborough Middle South San Francisco | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Junipero Serra Elementary Daly City | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Summit Public School: Shasta Daly City | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Thomas Edison Elementary Daly City | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Monte Verde Elementary San Bruno | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Fernando Rivera Intermediate Daly City | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Pacifica | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Portola Elementary San Bruno | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Daniel Webster Elementary Daly City | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Terra Nova High Pacifica | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Westmoor High Daly City | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| HIGHLANDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Bruno | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Wings Learning Center San Bruno | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,658
Median Home Value
$1,211,700
Median Rent
$3,075/mo
Population
37,540
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
44.3
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| Cooper Middle Fresno, CA | 8.4 |
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| De Anza Middle Ontario, CA | 8.4 |
| High Tech Middle North County San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ingrid B. Lacy Middle
What grades does Ingrid B. Lacy Middle serve?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ingrid B. Lacy Middle?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ingrid B. Lacy Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ingrid B. Lacy Middle is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ingrid B. Lacy Middle rank in CA?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle ranks #971 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ingrid B. Lacy Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Ingrid B. Lacy Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ingrid B. Lacy Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ingrid B. Lacy Middle a charter school?
No, Ingrid B. Lacy Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ingrid B. Lacy Middle a Title I school?
No, Ingrid B. Lacy Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ingrid B. Lacy Middle?
20.9% of students at Ingrid B. Lacy 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
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (650) 738-6665
Resources & Links
District
Pacifica- District Enrollment
- 2,737
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,430
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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