For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,888 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)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cabrillo Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Crespi Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Gr: K-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Vallemar Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
377 Reina Del Mar Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Gr: K-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1427 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Ocean Shore Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
411 Oceana Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Gr: K-8 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Pacifica Independent Home Study
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1283 Terra Nova Blvd
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6670
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6670
Gr: K-8 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Pacifica include: Ocean Shore Elementary School vs. Vallemar Elementary School, Vallemar Elementary School vs. Ocean Shore Elementary School, Cabrillo Elementary School vs. Vallemar Elementary School
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