Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, John Adams Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Adams Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
John Adams Middle School's student population of 808 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Adams Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Adams Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2122 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Adams Middle School's ranking?
John Adams Middle School is ranked #2122 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are John Adams Middle School often compared to?
John Adams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Adams Middle School?
808 students attend John Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of John Adams Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Adams Middle School?
John Adams Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Adams Middle School offer ?
John Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John Adams Middle School part of?
John Adams Middle School is part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Adams Middle School located?
John Adams Middle School is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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