Serving 326 students in grades 7-8, Sam Brannan 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 20% (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 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 20%
- Reading Proficiency: 32%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam Brannan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sam Brannan Middle School's student population of 326 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sam Brannan Middle School is 0.74, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
24%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Sam Brannan Middle School often compared to?
Sam Brannan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like California Middle School, Sutter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% 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 Sam Brannan Middle School?
326 students attend Sam Brannan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sam Brannan Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sam Brannan Middle School?
Sam Brannan Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sam Brannan Middle School offer ?
Sam Brannan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sam Brannan Middle School part of?
Sam Brannan Middle School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 3/8/2024
My son started at this school this year and I can say that we are satisfied with the administration and the support they have given us during this time, the principal Zarate is very dedicated and cares about helping the children in their improvement, but above all I am grateful for making my son feel integrated, the effort to make this school a better place for our children is undoubtedly noticeable.
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