Manhattan Beach Middle vs Pacific Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manhattan Beach Middle
Manhattan Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,175 students
Pacific Elementary
Manhattan Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
510 students
| Measure | Manhattan Beach Middle Manhattan Beach, California | Pacific Elementary Manhattan Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #31 of 1,334 | #96 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #942 of 15,369 | #3190 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,175 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 1,175 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 85% |
| city | Manhattan Beach | Manhattan Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (83.6 vs 83.4).
- •Pacific Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 79%).
- •Manhattan Beach Middle does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 85%).
- •Pacific Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.3% vs 5.3%).
- •Manhattan Beach Middle does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 24.3).
- •Manhattan Beach Middle is the larger school with 1,175 students compared with 510.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Manhattan Beach Middle better than Pacific Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Manhattan Beach Middle and Pacific Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Manhattan Beach and Manhattan Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manhattan Beach Middle: 1,175. Pacific Elementary: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manhattan Beach Middle and Pacific Elementary rank in California?
Manhattan Beach Middle is 31st of 1,334 and Pacific Elementary is 96th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).