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Best Pacifica Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,942 students in Pacifica, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Pacifica, CA are Cabrillo Elementary School, Vallemar Elementary School and Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pacifica, CA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in Pacifica have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Pacifica, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cabrillo Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
601 Crespi Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Gr: K-8 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Vallemar Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
377 Reina Del Mar Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Gr: K-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1427 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Ocean Shore Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
411 Oceana Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Gr: K-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Pacifica Independent Home Study
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
830 Rosita Rd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Gr: K-8 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Pacifica, California

Pacifica, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Buffum Elementary School (Closed 2023)
1427 Palmetto Ave
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Gr: 6-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Oddstad Elementary School (Closed 2005)
930 Oddstad Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Pacifica, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Pacifica, CA include Cabrillo Elementary School, Vallemar Elementary School and Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Pacifica?
5 public middle schools are located in Pacifica.
What is the racial composition of students in Pacifica?
Pacifica public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Pacifica are often viewed compared to one another?

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