Serving 541 students in grades 7-8, De Anza 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%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 32%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
De Anza Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
De Anza Middle School's student population of 541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of De Anza Middle School is 0.14, 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)26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 schools are De Anza Middle School often compared to?
De Anza Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oaks Middle School, Ray Wiltsey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend De Anza Middle School?
541 students attend De Anza Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of De Anza Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of De Anza Middle School?
De Anza Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does De Anza Middle School offer ?
De Anza Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is De Anza Middle School part of?
De Anza Middle School is part of Ontario-Montclair School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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