Excellent
#1581 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Los Nietos Middle
Middle School · Los Nietos
11425 East Rivera Rd., Los Nietos, CA 90606
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,581 of 9,539
In district
#1 of 4
Los Nietos
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Los Nietos Middle
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About Los Nietos Middle
Los Nietos Middle is a public middle school in Los Nietos, CA, part of Los Nietos. Los Nietos Middle serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Nietos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,581 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Nietos Middle show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Los Nietos 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 Nietos Middle — Students at Los Nietos Middle score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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 Los Nietos Middle Compares
See how Los Nietos Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11425 East Rivera Rd., Los Nietos, CA 90606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Nietos Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Katherine Edwards Mid Sch STEAM & Dual Immersion Acad (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Whittier), which scores slightly higher. Another option is STEAM Academy @ Burke (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pico Rivera), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rivera Middle (rated 4.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Pico Rivera), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Nietos, see our Los Nietos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Pioneer High Whittier | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| HANGUI YU INC DBA Whittier | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Jersey Avenue Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Keystone Academy Santa Fe Springs | 0.7 mi | — |
| Daniel Phelan Language Academy Whittier | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| STEAM Academy @ Burke Pico Rivera | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| St. Marianne De Parades Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.2 mi | — |
| Katherine Edwards Mid Sch STEAM & Dual Immersion Acad Whittier | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Christian Sorensen Science Academy Whittier | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARIANNE SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Rivera Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Rivera Middle Pico Rivera | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| El Rancho High Pico Rivera | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Lakeview Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| West Whittier Elementary Whittier | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ST PAUL HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe Springs | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,904
Median Home Value
$623,500
Median Rent
$1,913/mo
Population
31,881
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Nietos Middle
What grades does Los Nietos Middle serve?
Los Nietos Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Los Nietos Middle?
Los Nietos Middle has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Nietos Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Nietos Middle is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Nietos Middle rank in CA?
Los Nietos Middle ranks #1,581 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Nietos Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Nietos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Nietos Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Nietos Middle has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Nietos Middle a charter school?
No, Los Nietos Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Nietos Middle a Title I school?
No, Los Nietos Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Nietos Middle?
79.5% of students at Los Nietos 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (562) 695-0637
Resources & Links
District
Los Nietos- District Enrollment
- 1,251
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,383
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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