Serving 841 students in grades 6-8, Chalone Peaks Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 15%
- Reading Proficiency: 31%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chalone Peaks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chalone Peaks Middle School's student population of 841 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chalone Peaks Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)31%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Chalone Peaks Middle School often compared to?
Chalone Peaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Main Street Middle School, Vista Verde Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Chalone Peaks Middle School?
841 students attend Chalone Peaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chalone Peaks Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chalone Peaks Middle School?
Chalone Peaks Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chalone Peaks Middle School offer ?
Chalone Peaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chalone Peaks Middle School part of?
Chalone Peaks Middle School is part of King City Union School District.
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