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Lompoc Valley Middle
Middle School · Lompoc Unified
PO Box 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,238 of 9,539
In Lompoc
#11 of 19
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
Lompoc Unified
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Lompoc Valley Middle
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About Lompoc Valley Middle
Lompoc Valley Middle is a public middle school in Lompoc, CA, part of Lompoc Unified. Lompoc Valley Middle serves approximately 769 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lompoc Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,238 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lompoc Valley Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lompoc Valley Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Lompoc Valley Middle runs 20.2:1 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.
36% of students at Lompoc Valley Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lompoc Valley Middle — Students at Lompoc Valley Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.2/10.
How Lompoc Valley Middle Compares
See how Lompoc Valley 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
PO Box 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lompoc Valley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Manzanita Public Charter (rated 7.8/10, 8.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mission Valley (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arthur Hapgood Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lompoc, see our Lompoc schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Purisima Concepcion Elementary Lompoc | 0.3 mi | — |
| LA PURISIMA CONCEPCION SCHOOL Lompoc | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Dr Bob Forinash Community Day Lompoc | 0.5 mi | — |
| Lompoc High Lompoc | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Miguelito Elementary Lompoc | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Clarence Ruth Elementary Lompoc | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Arthur Hapgood Elementary Lompoc | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc Santa Maria | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| La Canada Elementary Lompoc | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| LOMPOC VALLEY BAPTIST SCHOOL Lompoc | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| La Honda STEAM Academy Lompoc | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Leonora Fillmore Elementary Lompoc | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Trivium Charter School Adventure Lompoc | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Mission Valley Lompoc | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Maple High Lompoc | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy Lompoc | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lompoc | 4.7 mi | — |
| Buena Vista Elementary Lompoc | 5.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Cabrillo High Lompoc | 5.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Manzanita Public Charter Lompoc | 8.0 mi | 7.8 |
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| Mann Middle San Diego, CA | 5.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lompoc Valley Middle
What grades does Lompoc Valley Middle serve?
Lompoc Valley Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Lompoc Valley Middle?
Lompoc Valley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 769 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lompoc Valley Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lompoc Valley Middle is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lompoc Valley Middle rank in CA?
Lompoc Valley Middle ranks #6,238 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lompoc Valley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lompoc Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Lompoc Valley Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lompoc Valley Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lompoc Valley Middle a charter school?
No, Lompoc Valley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lompoc Valley Middle a Title I school?
No, Lompoc Valley Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lompoc Valley Middle?
71.7% of students at Lompoc Valley 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
- 769
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (805) 742-2600
Resources & Links
District
Lompoc Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,955
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,050
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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