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#5450 of 9,539 schools in CA
Washington Middle
Middle School · Long Beach Unified
1450 Cedar Ave., Long Beach, CA 90813
Enrollment
889
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
889
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,450 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#44 of 77
public schools
In district
#49 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Middle
Middle School in Long Beach · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Washington Middle
Washington Middle is a public middle school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Washington Middle serves approximately 889 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,450 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Middle show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Washington Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Washington Middle runs 22.2:1 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.
42% of students at Washington 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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Washington Middle — Students at Washington Middle score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
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: 8.2/10.
How Washington Middle Compares
See how Washington 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
1450 Cedar Ave., Long Beach, CA 90813
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI ON ELM (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clear Passage Educational Center (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Partnership High Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| We the People High Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Renaissance High School for the Arts Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Montessori On Elm Long Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ON ELM Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Jenny Oropeza Elementary Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Polytechnic High Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Edison Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Clear Passage Educational Center Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Stevenson Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ANTHONY HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Chavez Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Lafayette Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST ANTHONY PARISH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| New Hope Academy of Change Long Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,302
Median Home Value
$543,700
Median Rent
$1,578/mo
Population
51,689
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
15%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
33.5
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|---|---|
| Alondra Middle Paramount, CA | 6.0 |
| Atascadero Middle Atascadero, CA | 6.0 |
| Bancroft Middle San Leandro, CA | 6.0 |
| Curran Middle Bakersfield, CA | 6.0 |
| Dale Junior High Anaheim, CA | 6.0 |
| Daniel J. Savage Middle Modesto, CA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Middle
What grades does Washington Middle serve?
Washington Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Washington Middle?
Washington Middle has an enrollment of approximately 889 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Middle is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Middle rank in CA?
Washington Middle ranks #5,450 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Washington Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Washington Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Middle has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Washington Middle a charter school?
No, Washington Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Middle a Title I school?
No, Washington Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Middle?
79.4% of students at Washington 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
- 889
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.1%
- Phone
- (562) 591-2434
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #49 of 82
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