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Thurston Middle
Laguna Beach, California · Grades 6 to 8 · Laguna Beach Unified
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About Thurston Middle
Thurston Middle is a public school in Laguna Beach, California, serving grades 6 through 8. Federal data for 2024-25 shows 524 students enrolled. With about 31.4 full-time-equivalent teachers, that works out to roughly 16.7 students per teacher. The surrounding area is classified as a suburb of a large metro area, in Orange County. Families comparing options will find 33 other schools within 5 miles. Laguna Beach Unified runs 4 schools listed here, including this one. See them all.
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School facts
| Address | 2100 Park Ave., Laguna Beach, CA 92651 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (949) 497-7785 |
| School district | Laguna Beach Unified |
| Grades | 6 to 8 |
| Students (2024-25) | 524 |
| Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25) | 31.4 |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 |
| Charter school | No |
| School type | Regular |
| Level | Middle |
| Locale (NCES) | Suburb, large, Orange County |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 062037002455). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades does Thurston Middle serve?
Thurston Middle serves grades 6 through 8.
How many students attend Thurston Middle?
Thurston Middle reported 524 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurston Middle?
About 16.7 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 524 students and 31.4 teachers in federal data.
Is Thurston Middle a public or charter school?
Thurston Middle is a traditional public (non-charter) school.
What school district is Thurston Middle in?
Thurston Middle is part of Laguna Beach Unified. See all schools in this district at https://parentschoolreview.com/districts/ca/laguna-beach-unified/
Where is Thurston Middle located?
Thurston Middle is at 2100 Park Ave., Laguna Beach, CA 92651. The phone number is (949) 497-7785.
How many other schools are near Thurston Middle?
There are 33 other schools within 5 miles of Thurston Middle in our directory.
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