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Sunny Brae Middle

Arcata Elementary · Humboldt County · 1430 Buttermilk Lane, Arcata, CA 95521-6910

(707) 822-5988 · sunnybraemiddleschool.org

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5/10
#663
Rank 663 out of 1,315
Top 50%
English Language Arts5/10 · #764 · 42nd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #652 · 50th percentile
Science6/10 · #560 · 58th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Tucked into the redwood-framed community of Arcata in Humboldt County, Sunny Brae Middle serves the 6-8 crowd in a town known for its progressive values, outdoor lifestyle, and tight-knit neighborhood feel. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, with science being a relative strength — fitting for a community surrounded by old-growth forests and coastal ecosystems that inspire hands-on curiosity. Families who love the laid-back, nature-immersed culture of the North Coast and want a manageable, community-connected middle school experience will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

204 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
117 (57%)
Hispanic
47 (23%)
Multiple Races
31 (15%)
American Indian
5 (2%)
Other
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners7 (3%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged117 (57%)
Students with Disabilities40 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

232
Enrollment
13.5
Teachers (FTE)
17.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
11
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #924 · 33rd percentile

47 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found