Serving 1,062 students in grades 6-8, Gale Ranch Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,062 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Math Proficiency: 80%
- Reading Proficiency: 85%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gale Ranch Middle School's student population of 1,062 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,062 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gale Ranch Middle School is 0.37, 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)80%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
79%
12%
Hispanic
5%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gale Ranch Middle School often compared to?
Gale Ranch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windemere Ranch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Gale Ranch Middle School?
1,062 students attend Gale Ranch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Gale Ranch Middle School students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gale Ranch Middle School?
Gale Ranch Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gale Ranch Middle School offer ?
Gale Ranch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gale Ranch Middle School part of?
Gale Ranch Middle School is part of San Ramon Valley Unified School District.
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