Excellent
#634 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
John Adams Middle
Middle School · Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
2425 16th St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#634 of 9,539
In Santa Monica
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#8 of 15
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About John Adams Middle
John Adams Middle is a public middle school in Santa Monica, CA, part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified. John Adams Middle serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. John Adams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #634 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Adams Middle show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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John Adams Middle — Students at John Adams Middle score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.3%
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: 9.0/10.
How John Adams Middle Compares
See how John Adams Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2425 16th St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Adams Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Broadway Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Venice), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Santa Monica High (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Grant Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Monica, see our Santa Monica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers Elementary Santa Monica | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Grant Elementary Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| SmartStart Developmental Learning Center Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | — |
| SmartStart Academy Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | — |
| Olympic High (Continuation) Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Edison Elementary Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | — |
| CROSSROADS SCHOOL FOR ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| St. Anne Elementary Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST ANNES SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| St. Matthew's Parish School Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | — |
| Santa Monica High Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Broadway Elementary Venice | 1.2 mi | 9.6 |
| Westside Waldorf School Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| WALDORF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| Animo Venice Charter High Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| PS1 Pluralistic School Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | — |
| PS1 PLURALISTIC SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Walgrove Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,489
Median Home Value
$1,940,700
Median Rent
$2,311/mo
Population
26,809
College Educated
69.8%
Homeownership
31.1%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Adams Middle
What grades does John Adams Middle serve?
John Adams Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John Adams Middle?
John Adams Middle has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Adams Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John Adams Middle is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Adams Middle rank in CA?
John Adams Middle ranks #634 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Adams Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John Adams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 John Adams Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Adams Middle has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Adams Middle a charter school?
No, John Adams Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Adams Middle a Title I school?
No, John Adams Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Adams Middle?
41.3% of students at John Adams 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
- 808
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (310) 452-2326
Resources & Links
District
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,641
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,994
- District Rank
- #8 of 15
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