Very Good
#3309 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Judkins Middle
Middle School · Lucia Mar Unified
680 Wadsworth St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,309 of 9,539
In Pismo Beach
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#6 of 19
Lucia Mar Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Judkins Middle
Judkins Middle is a public middle school in Pismo Beach, CA, part of Lucia Mar Unified. Judkins Middle serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Judkins Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,309 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Judkins Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Judkins Middle — Students at Judkins Middle score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Judkins Middle Compares
See how Judkins Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
680 Wadsworth St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Judkins Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Paulding Middle (rated 7.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Arroyo Grande), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mesa Middle (rated 6.0/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Arroyo Grande), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pismo Beach, see our Pismo Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grover Heights Elementary Grover Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pismo Beach | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Grover Beach Elementary Grover Beach | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| DANDY LION MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grover Beach | 2.4 mi | — |
| Shell Beach Elementary Pismo Beach | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Ocean View Elementary Arroyo Grande | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Oceano Elementary Oceano | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PATRICKS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Fairgrove Elementary Grover Beach | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 3.3 mi | — |
| Harloe Elementary Arroyo Grande | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Valley View Adventist School Arroyo Grande | 3.4 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Arroyo Grande | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Arroyo Grande High Arroyo Grande | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Paulding Middle Arroyo Grande | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Los Ranchos Elementary San Luis Obispo | 5.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter San Luis Obispo | 5.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Pacific View Academy Arroyo Grande | 6.1 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93449 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,913
Median Home Value
$992,900
Median Rent
$2,298/mo
Population
8,024
College Educated
50.1%
Homeownership
67%
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
55.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Judkins Middle
What grades does Judkins Middle serve?
Judkins Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Judkins Middle?
Judkins Middle has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Judkins Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Judkins 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 Judkins Middle rank in CA?
Judkins Middle ranks #3,309 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Judkins Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Judkins Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Judkins Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Judkins Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Judkins Middle a charter school?
No, Judkins Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Judkins Middle a Title I school?
No, Judkins Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Judkins Middle?
58.0% of students at Judkins 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (805) 474-3600
Resources & Links
District
Lucia Mar Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,621
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,858
- District Rank
- #6 of 19
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