Serving 1,061 students in grades 6-8, Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's student population of 1,061 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,061 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 is Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School's ranking?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School often compared to?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
1,061 students attend Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offer ?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School part of?
Sharon Christa Mcauliffe Middle School is part of Los Alamitos Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 04, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
This school has everything a student needs. The recently renovated classrooms are state-of-the-art, with Elmos and smart boards in every class, and a lab of nearly 30 Macs. The teachers really connect with the student, and the administration is involved highly in the campus. The bands are award-winning (Reno!), and our choir feeds into the national #1 choir at Los Alamitos High School. This is an amazing school!
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