Established in 1922 and primarily serving the city of Burbank, John Muir began with 7th and 8th grade only and has a rich history of growth, change and evolution. Currently, the school serves grades 6-8 and enrolls 1,420 students. It was named Burbank’s first California Distinguished School in 1988.
John Muir Middle School offers a comprehensive academic curriculum as well as a strong arts program featuring band/orchestra, choir, theater and visual arts. The school offers counselors for academic, social and emotional support.
John Muir also provides afterschool programs that supports students with homework and tutoring. Available programs include the homework club as well as the Boys and Girls Club’s afterschool program.
Fun facts about John Muir: A ghost affectionately known as “Susan” supposedly inhabits the 200 Hall, and according to several students, has been spotted in the restrooms there. Famous alumni of John Muir Middle School include “Gossip Girl”’s Blake Lively, and Kelly Blatz, star of “Aaron Stone” on Disney XD.
John Muir Middle School
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
1111 N Kenneth Rd,
Burbank, CA
Burbank Unified School District
School Details
Head of School
Greg Miller
Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Math Proficiency
45%
Reading Proficiency
58%
Niche Grade
A-
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
58%
Math Proficiency
45%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Teachers
58
Full Time Teachers
58
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.1%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
24%
State Average
17.9%
Science
14.3%
State Average
9.9%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
463:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.6%
Female
47.2%
White
67.2%
Hispanic
16.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9%
Two or more races
5%
Black
1.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/16/2023
The teachers and staff are really friendly, and the classes were enjoyable, as well as activities that we got to take part in throughout the year.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/17/2022
Best School Ever! I highly recommend it!
4/26/2022
As a current student at Muir, I think it is an amazing school! All teachers and staff at Muir a very kind, caring, and friendly. Not to mention all teachers and staff at Muir encourage kindness. The education system at Muir is also very good, although some teachers do give out a lot of homework the...
10/11/2019
I continue to be so impressed with John Muir Middle School. Today they held am all day health and wellness conference that my child couldn’t stop talking about. It was amazing to hear him talk about all the things he learned today about being healthy, mentally and physically. I attended two of the p...
6/4/2019
Our family has had three students go through Muir. My kids have liked almost all of their teachers and they’ve had great experiences inside and outside of the classroom. The teachers are effective in teaching and seem to really care about the kids. Dr. Miller is a great leader and great principal.
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Attendance Zone
About Hillside District
List Price Range
$566K - $4.5M
Homes For Sale
32
Average Home Value
$1,438,306
Median Lot Size
7,405 Sq Ft
% Renters
56%
Household Income
$119,691
% of College Grads
43.8%
Median Age
42
Average House Size
1,989 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
49.4%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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- Studio-3 Beds
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- 283+ Sq Ft
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- Burbank, CA
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Parks in this Area
Stough Canyon Nature Center
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
McCambridge Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Earthwalk Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Wildwood Canyon Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Brace Canyon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Bel Air Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
Joaquin Miller Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
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