For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,364 students in 90638, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90638, CA are Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle School and Reginald M. Benton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 90638 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 90638, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 90638, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13900 Estero Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2945
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2945
Gr: 6-8 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Reginald M. Benton Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15709 East Olive Branch Rd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2500
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 210-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 90638, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 90638, CA include Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle School and Reginald M. Benton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 90638?
2 public middle schools are located in 90638.
What is the racial composition of students in 90638?
90638 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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