Serving 933 students in grades 6-8, Helen Stacey Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Stacey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Helen Stacey Middle School's student population of 933 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helen Stacey Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Stacey Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Stacey Middle School's ranking?
Helen Stacey Middle School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Helen Stacey Middle School often compared to?
Helen Stacey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warner Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Helen Stacey Middle School?
933 students attend Helen Stacey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Helen Stacey Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen Stacey Middle School?
Helen Stacey Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Helen Stacey Middle School offer ?
Helen Stacey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Helen Stacey Middle School part of?
Helen Stacey Middle School is part of Westminster School District.
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