Very Good
#2731 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Isaac L. Sowers Middle
Middle School · Huntington Beach City Elementary
9300 Indianapolis Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Enrollment
776
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
776
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,731 of 9,539
In Huntington Beach
#18 of 32
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Huntington Beach City Elementary
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Isaac L. Sowers Middle
Middle School in Huntington Beach · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Isaac L. Sowers Middle
Isaac L. Sowers Middle is a public middle school in Huntington Beach, CA, part of Huntington Beach City Elementary. Isaac L.
Sowers Middle serves approximately 776 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Isaac L. Sowers Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,731 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Isaac L. Sowers Middle show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Isaac L. Sowers Middle runs 25:1 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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Isaac L. Sowers Middle — Students at Isaac L. Sowers Middle score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 7.5/10.
How Isaac L. Sowers Middle Compares
See how Isaac L. Sowers 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
9300 Indianapolis Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Isaac L. Sowers Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. John H. Eader Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edison High (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Talbert (Samuel E.) Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Simon and St. Jude Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.3 mi | — |
| STS SIMON & JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Ralph E. Hawes Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| S. A. Moffett Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Elm Tree Academy Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| Edison High Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Newland (William T.) Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Oka (Isojiro) Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Talbert (Samuel E.) Middle Huntington Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| John R. Peterson Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| John H. Eader Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| THE PEGASUS SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| My First Montessori Huntington Beach | 1.6 mi | — |
| MY FIRST MONTESSORI Huntington Beach | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ORANGE COUNTY Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Waldorf School of Orange County Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | — |
| Victoria Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Kinetic Academy Huntington Beach | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Estancia High Costa Mesa | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Gisler (Robert) Elementary Fountain Valley | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,841
Median Home Value
$1,031,700
Median Rent
$2,570/mo
Population
55,814
College Educated
50.4%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
47.2
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| Burton Middle Porterville, CA | 7.4 |
| Clement Middle Redlands, CA | 7.4 |
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| Eastmont Intermediate Montebello, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Isaac L. Sowers Middle
What grades does Isaac L. Sowers Middle serve?
Isaac L. Sowers Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Isaac L. Sowers Middle?
Isaac L. Sowers Middle has an enrollment of approximately 776 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Isaac L. Sowers Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Isaac L. Sowers Middle is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Isaac L. Sowers Middle rank in CA?
Isaac L. Sowers Middle ranks #2,731 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Isaac L. Sowers Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Isaac L. Sowers Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Isaac L. Sowers Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Isaac L. Sowers Middle has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Isaac L. Sowers Middle a charter school?
No, Isaac L. Sowers Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Isaac L. Sowers Middle a Title I school?
No, Isaac L. Sowers Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Isaac L. Sowers Middle?
25.3% of students at Isaac L. Sowers 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
- 776
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (714) 962-7738
Resources & Links
District
Huntington Beach City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,628
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,730
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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