Serving 721 students in grades 6-8, Dallas Ranch 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 14%
- Reading Proficiency: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dallas Ranch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dallas Ranch Middle School's student population of 721 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dallas Ranch Middle School is 0.71, 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)14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
32%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Dallas Ranch Middle School often compared to?
Dallas Ranch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Diamond Middle School, Edna Hill Middle School, Walnut Creek Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Dallas Ranch Middle School?
721 students attend Dallas Ranch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Dallas Ranch Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dallas Ranch Middle School?
Dallas Ranch Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dallas Ranch Middle School offer ?
Dallas Ranch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dallas Ranch Middle School part of?
Dallas Ranch Middle School is part of Antioch Unified School District.
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