Huntington Middle

San Marino is one of those quiet, tree-lined enclaves just east of Pasadena where academic expectations run high and the community takes its schools seriously — and Huntington Middle is a reflection of exactly that culture. Sitting at the top of California's middle school rankings, it draws families who want a rigorous, well-rounded program during those critical sixth-through-eighth-grade years, with students consistently performing at the very top in English, math, and science. If you're looking to put down roots in a tight-knit, low-key suburb with strong neighborhood pride and schools to match, San Marino is the kind of place where Huntington Middle isn't just a school — it's a cornerstone of why families move here in the first place.