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#4330 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Robert E. Peary Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
1415 West Gardena Blvd., Gardena, CA 90247
Enrollment
1,119
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,119
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,330 of 9,539
In Gardena
#9 of 16
public schools
In district
#454 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Robert E. Peary Middle
Robert E. Peary Middle is a public middle school in Gardena, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Robert E.
Peary Middle serves approximately 1,119 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert E. Peary Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,330 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Robert E. Peary Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Robert E. Peary 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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Robert E. Peary Middle — Students at Robert E. Peary Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.2/10.
How Robert E. Peary Middle Compares
See how Robert E. Peary 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
1415 West Gardena Blvd., Gardena, CA 90247
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert E. Peary Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Casimir Middle (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Generations Academy Gardena | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Denker Avenue Elementary Gardena | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| St. Anthony of Padua Gardena | 0.5 mi | — |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena Gardena | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary Gardena | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Gardena Elementary Gardena | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Amestoy Elementary Gardena | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| New Millennium Secondary Gardena | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Gardena Senior High Gardena | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Moneta Continuation Gardena | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Pacific Lutheran Jr./Sr. High School Gardena | 1.2 mi | — |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL Gardena | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| One Hundred Eighty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Casimir Middle Torrance | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| LIMAI ACADEMY Gardena | 1.4 mi | — |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,851
Median Home Value
$640,500
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
47,303
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert E. Peary Middle
What grades does Robert E. Peary Middle serve?
Robert E. Peary Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Robert E. Peary Middle?
Robert E. Peary Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert E. Peary Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert E. Peary Middle is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert E. Peary Middle rank in CA?
Robert E. Peary Middle ranks #4,330 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Robert E. Peary Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert E. Peary Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Robert E. Peary Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert E. Peary Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Robert E. Peary Middle a charter school?
No, Robert E. Peary Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert E. Peary Middle a Title I school?
No, Robert E. Peary Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert E. Peary Middle?
87.6% of students at Robert E. Peary 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
- 1,119
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (310) 225-4200
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #454 of 769
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