Very Good
#1845 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Parras (nick G.) Middle
Middle School · Redondo Beach Unified
1401 Inglewood Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Enrollment
1,036
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,036
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,845 of 9,539
In Redondo Beach
#6 of 12
public schools
In district
#6 of 12
Redondo Beach Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Parras (nick G.) Middle
Middle School in Redondo Beach · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Parras (nick G.) Middle
Parras (nick G.) Middle is a public middle school in Redondo Beach, CA, part of Redondo Beach Unified. Parras (nick G.) Middle serves approximately 1,036 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Parras (nick G.) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,845 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Parras (nick G.) Middle show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Parras (nick G.) Middle runs 25.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Parras (nick G.) Middle — Students at Parras (nick G.) Middle score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.5%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Parras (nick G.) Middle Compares
See how Parras (nick G.) 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
1401 Inglewood Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parras (nick G.) Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Towers Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alta Vista Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Redondo Beach, see our Redondo Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High Redondo Beach | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy Redondo Beach | 0.2 mi | — |
| Redondo Union High Redondo Beach | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTH BAY FAITH ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| South Bay Faith Academy Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | — |
| Beryl Heights Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| West High Torrance | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Bishop Montgomery High Torrance | 0.6 mi | — |
| Towers Elementary Torrance | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH Torrance | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| Victor Elementary Torrance | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Fresh Roots Forest School Torrance | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Torrance | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| St. James Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Hermosa Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| VALOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,581
Median Home Value
$1,195,700
Median Rent
$2,417/mo
Population
42,536
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
38.9
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| Brea Junior High Brea, CA | 7.8 |
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| Henry T. Gage Middle Huntington Park, CA | 7.8 |
| Huntington Middle San Marino, CA | 7.8 |
| La Paz Intermediate Mission Viejo, CA | 7.8 |
| Los Cerritos Middle Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parras (nick G.) Middle
What grades does Parras (nick G.) Middle serve?
Parras (nick G.) Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Parras (nick G.) Middle?
Parras (nick G.) Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,036 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parras (nick G.) Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Parras (nick G.) Middle is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parras (nick G.) Middle rank in CA?
Parras (nick G.) Middle ranks #1,845 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Parras (nick G.) Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Parras (nick G.) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Parras (nick G.) Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parras (nick G.) Middle has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Parras (nick G.) Middle a charter school?
No, Parras (nick G.) Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parras (nick G.) Middle a Title I school?
No, Parras (nick G.) Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parras (nick G.) Middle?
14.5% of students at Parras (nick G.) 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,036
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.0%
- Phone
- (310) 798-8616
Resources & Links
District
Redondo Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,485
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,244
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
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