Cabrillo Middle School

Cabrillo Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
1426 E Santa Clara St,  Ventura, CA
Ventura Unified School District
3.7
771 Students
B+
Niche Grade
Cabrillo Middle School students are named Mariners, reflecting the school’s proximity to the coast. Located in downtown Ventura, the school is committed to kindness, learning and sailing to excellence. The school serves students in sixth through eighth grades, with a student-teacher ratio of 26-to-1. The popular middle school is ranked #2 of Ventura Unified School District middle schools, based on state tests, graduation rates and how well students are prepared for high school. The website Niche designates Cabrillo as an A- school. Reading and math proficiency is above average compared to other middle schools in the state. Cabrillo is known for its stellar music program, committed to developing and nurturing student musicians through education, performance and creative activity. The program’s shining star is a professional recording and multimedia studio. Developed with support from the community and volunteers, the studio features the latest in musical composition, audio, and video technology to students. Physical activity is an integral part of the Cabrillo experience. Students are encouraged to participate in sports, including football and kickball. Additional extracurricular activities are available, including the Rusty Sailors robotics team, which has won several regional awards. The school also has an active parent/teacher organization that supports fundraising and activities. Cabrillo Mariners, sailing to excellence.

School Details

Head of School
Lorelle Dawes
Student Teacher Ratio
28:1
Math Proficiency
40%
Reading Proficiency
57%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
40%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
28:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
24.4%
State Average
17.9%
Science
15.4%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
379:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.4%
Female
49.4%
White
49.7%
Hispanic
38.2%
Two or more races
6.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.5%
Black
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 6 Reviews
4.0 parent
6/5/2022
My daughter has really enjoyed going to Cabrillo. They have a great band program, leadership class & do a good job encouraging students to make honor roll. She is moving onto high school next year & my youngest will be at Cabrillo for the first time. We are looking forward to the same experience for...
5.0 parent
4/30/2021
Great school the kids love it ! Iam glad we made the swtch
2.0 parent
5/30/2020
Unfortunitly all middle schools have one problem or another. My girls got into Ventura Charter and I'm SO GLAD.
5.0 parent
3/8/2018
We came in new to this school with a 6th and 8th Grader. They were welcomed so graciously into the school and my kids love it here. Amazing attitude and great leadership. Thank you Cabrillo!

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