Below Average
#8220 of 9,539 schools in CA
Los Arboles Middle
Middle School · Monterey Peninsula Unified
294 Hillcrest Ave., Marina, CA 93933
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,220 of 9,539
In Marina
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#14 of 16
Monterey Peninsula Unified
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Los Arboles Middle
Middle School in Marina · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Los Arboles Middle
Los Arboles Middle is a public middle school in Marina, CA, part of Monterey Peninsula Unified. Los Arboles Middle serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Arboles Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,220 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Arboles Middle show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Los Arboles Middle runs 21.1:1 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.
32% of students at Los Arboles 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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Los Arboles Middle — Students at Los Arboles Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Los Arboles Middle Compares
See how Los Arboles Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
294 Hillcrest Ave., Marina, CA 93933
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Arboles Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CHARTWELL SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Seaside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ord Terrace Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Seaside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Coast High (rated 7.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Seaside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marina, see our Marina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marina High Marina | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Marina Vista Elementary Marina | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| J. C. Crumpton Elementary Marina | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Ione Olson Elementary Marina | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Learning for Life Charter Marina | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Chartwell School Seaside | 2.8 mi | — |
| George C. Marshall Elementary Monterey | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CHARTWELL SCHOOL Seaside | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Seaside Middle Seaside | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day Seaside | 4.1 mi | — |
| Central Coast High Seaside | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MID Seaside | 4.1 mi | — |
| Ord Terrace Elementary Seaside | 4.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Seaside High Seaside | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| International School of Monterey Seaside | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Luther King Seaside | 5.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula Seaside | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PENINSULA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Seaside | 5.9 mi | — |
| Peninsula Adventist School Seaside | 5.9 mi | — |
| MONTEREY BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seaside | 5.8 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93933 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,625
Median Home Value
$776,900
Median Rent
$2,015/mo
Population
27,617
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Arboles Middle
What grades does Los Arboles Middle serve?
Los Arboles Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Los Arboles Middle?
Los Arboles Middle has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Arboles Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Arboles Middle is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Arboles Middle rank in CA?
Los Arboles Middle ranks #8,220 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Arboles Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Arboles Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Los Arboles Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Arboles Middle has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Arboles Middle a charter school?
No, Los Arboles Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Arboles Middle a Title I school?
No, Los Arboles Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Arboles Middle?
68.2% of students at Los Arboles 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
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (831) 384-3550
Resources & Links
District
Monterey Peninsula Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,252
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,521
- District Rank
- #14 of 16
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