For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,455 students in 90731, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 90731, CA are Richard Henry Dana Middle School and William J. Johnston Community Day. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90731 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90731, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90731, CA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richard Henry Dana Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1501 South Cabrillo Ave.
San Pedro, CA 90731
(310) 241-1100
San Pedro, CA 90731
(310) 241-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,391 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
William J. Johnston Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2210 Taper Ave.
San Pedro, CA 90731
(310) 832-0376
San Pedro, CA 90731
(310) 832-0376
Gr: 7-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 90731, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 90731, CA include Richard Henry Dana Middle School and William J. Johnston Community Day.
How many public middle schools are located in 90731?
2 public middle schools are located in 90731.
What is the racial composition of students in 90731?
90731 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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