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#6412 of 9,539 schools in CA
Prairie Vista Middle
Middle School · Hawthorne
13600 South Prairie Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Enrollment
736
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
736
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,412 of 9,539
In Hawthorne
#13 of 19
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
Hawthorne
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Prairie Vista Middle
Middle School in Hawthorne · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prairie Vista Middle
Prairie Vista Middle is a public middle school in Hawthorne, CA, part of Hawthorne. Prairie Vista Middle serves approximately 736 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Vista Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,412 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie Vista Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Prairie Vista Middle runs 26.3:1 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.
37% of students at Prairie Vista 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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Prairie Vista Middle — Students at Prairie Vista Middle score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
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: 6.1/10.
How Prairie Vista Middle Compares
See how Prairie Vista 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
13600 South Prairie Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Vista Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Will Rogers Middle (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lawndale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawthorne Middle (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bud Carson Middle (rated 5.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 0.0 mi | — |
| Da Vinci RISE High El Segundo | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Leuzinger High Lawndale | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Zela Davis Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LAUNCH PAD LEARNING Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Kornblum Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Washington Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Ramona Hawthorne | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Lucille J. Smith Elementary Lawndale | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Hawthorne Math and Science Academy Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Will Rogers Middle Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Family First Charter Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 1.3 |
| AL-HUDA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| William Anderson Elementary Lawndale | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,923
Median Home Value
$827,600
Median Rent
$1,723/mo
Population
94,991
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
31.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
34
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| Cesar Chavez Junior High Ceres, CA | 5.5 |
| Del Vallejo Middle San Bernardino, CA | 5.5 |
| Dolores Huerta Middle Burbank, CA | 5.5 |
| George A. Buljan Middle Roseville, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Vista Middle
What grades does Prairie Vista Middle serve?
Prairie Vista Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Prairie Vista Middle?
Prairie Vista Middle has an enrollment of approximately 736 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Vista Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Vista Middle is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Vista Middle rank in CA?
Prairie Vista Middle ranks #6,412 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Prairie Vista Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Vista 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 Prairie Vista Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Vista Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Prairie Vista Middle a charter school?
No, Prairie Vista Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Vista Middle a Title I school?
No, Prairie Vista Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Vista Middle?
86.3% of students at Prairie Vista 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
- 736
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (310) 679-1003
Resources & Links
District
Hawthorne- District Enrollment
- 7,025
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,570
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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