For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,235 students in 90504, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 90504, CA are Casimir Middle School and Philip Magruder Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90504 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90504, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 90504, CA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Casimir Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17220 Casimir Ave.
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 533-4498
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 533-4498
Grades: 6-8
| 625 students
Rank: #22.
Philip Magruder Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4100 West 185th St.
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 533-4527
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 533-4527
Grades: 6-8
| 610 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 90504, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 90504, CA include Casimir Middle School and Philip Magruder Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 90504?
2 public middle schools are located in 90504.
What is the racial composition of students in 90504?
90504 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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