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Marina Del Rey Middle

Middle School · Los Angeles Unified

12500 Braddock Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90066

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,430 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#439 of 563

public schools

In district

#627 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Marina Del Rey Middle

5.5/10

Middle School in Los Angeles · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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About Marina Del Rey Middle

Marina Del Rey Middle is a public middle school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Marina Del Rey Middle serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Marina Del Rey Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,430 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Marina Del Rey Middle show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

56% of students at Marina Del Rey 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-22.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism55.8%

Marina Del Rey Middle — Students at Marina Del Rey Middle score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 17.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 31.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
13%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
13%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
7.3%
ELA
22.4%
2024
Math
11.8%
ELA
24.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How Marina Del Rey Middle Compares

See how Marina Del Rey Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in CA
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

12500 Braddock Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marina Del Rey Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ICEF Vista Middle Academy (rated 9.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Braddock Drive Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Culver City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICEF Vista Elementary Academy (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Goethe International Charter Los Angeles 0.1 mi 8.4
Braddock Drive Elementary Culver City 0.4 mi 9.4
ICEF Vista Middle Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 9.5
ICEF Vista Elementary Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 9.2
Ocean Charter Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.9
Westside Neighborhood School Los Angeles 0.7 mi
Argo Navis School Los Angeles 0.7 mi
WESTSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.6
Stoner Avenue Elementary Culver City 0.7 mi 6.0
STEM3 ACADEMY WEST Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.7
Summit View–Westside Los Angeles 0.7 mi
Bridgeport West School Los Angeles 0.7 mi
WESTVIEW SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.5
BRIDGEPORT VOCATIONAL WEST SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.8
Sunrise West School Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Short Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 8.1
Playa del Rey Elementary Culver City 0.7 mi 8.9
WILDWOOD SCHOOL Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.1
James J. McBride Special Education Center Los Angeles 1.1 mi 4.1
Grand View Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,786

Median Home Value

$1,636,600

Median Rent

$2,211/mo

Population

54,975

College Educated

61.4%

Homeownership

38.6%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marina Del Rey Middle

What grades does Marina Del Rey Middle serve?

Marina Del Rey Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Marina Del Rey Middle?

Marina Del Rey Middle has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marina Del Rey Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Marina Del Rey Middle is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marina Del Rey Middle rank in CA?

Marina Del Rey Middle ranks #6,430 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Marina Del Rey Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Marina Del Rey Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Marina Del Rey Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marina Del Rey Middle has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Marina Del Rey Middle a charter school?

No, Marina Del Rey Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marina Del Rey Middle a Title I school?

No, Marina Del Rey Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marina Del Rey Middle?

81.6% of students at Marina Del Rey 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
83 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.8%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#627 of 769

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