Serving 727 students in grades 6-8, Raymond Cree 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond Cree Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Raymond Cree Middle School's student population of 727 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Raymond Cree Middle School is 0.48, 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)27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)42%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Raymond Cree Middle School often compared to?
Raymond Cree Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nellie N. Coffman Middle School, James Workman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Raymond Cree Middle School?
727 students attend Raymond Cree Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Raymond Cree Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raymond Cree Middle School?
Raymond Cree Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Raymond Cree Middle School offer ?
Raymond Cree Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Raymond Cree Middle School part of?
Raymond Cree Middle School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
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