Best 90731 California Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,412 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 90% 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 (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richard Henry Dana Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1501 South Cabrillo Ave.
San Pedro, CA 90731
(310) 241-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,355 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
William J. Johnston Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2210 Taper Ave.
San Pedro, CA 90731
(310) 832-0376
Gr: 7-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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