Serving 617 students in grades 6-8, John Gutierrez 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: 18%
- Reading Proficiency: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Gutierrez Middle School's student population of 617 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of John Gutierrez Middle School is 0.20, 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)18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are John Gutierrez Middle School often compared to?
John Gutierrez Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gavilan View Middle School, Buena Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend John Gutierrez Middle School?
617 students attend John Gutierrez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of John Gutierrez Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Gutierrez Middle School?
John Gutierrez Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Gutierrez Middle School offer ?
John Gutierrez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John Gutierrez Middle School part of?
John Gutierrez Middle School is part of Santa Rita Union Elementary School District.
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