Serving 689 students in grades 7-8, Serrano 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 19%
- Reading Proficiency: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Serrano Middle School's student population of 689 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Serrano Middle School is 0.38, 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)19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Serrano Middle School often compared to?
Serrano Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar E. Chavez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Serrano Middle School?
689 students attend Serrano Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Serrano Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Serrano Middle School?
Serrano Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Serrano Middle School offer ?
Serrano Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Serrano Middle School part of?
Serrano Middle School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Serrano Middle School located?
Serrano Middle School is located in the Amber Hills neighborhood of Highland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Amber Hills.
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