Serving 1,088 students in grades 7-8, Sutter Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,088 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 54%
- Reading Proficiency: 69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sutter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sutter Middle School's student population of 1,088 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,088 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sutter 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)54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Sutter Middle School often compared to?
Sutter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like California Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Sutter Middle School?
1,088 students attend Sutter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Sutter Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sutter Middle School?
Sutter Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sutter Middle School offer ?
Sutter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sutter Middle School part of?
Sutter Middle School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2024
This school is so much fun to go to every single day! The teachers and staff really care about the well-being of all of the students here. We have a great school community; I feel like I''ve known everyone here my whole life, even though I''ve only been here a few months! I have learned so much from all of my teachers already, and it''s really fun. The school spirit here is also incredible, and Miwok is just an amazing school in general.
3 2/8/2021
Even during online learning, school is nice, some boring teachers and stuff, but it's all okay.
5 12/8/2009
Sutter Middle School is the best school around! It has wonderful faculty and staff. The students are well-behaved and all would say that Sutter is a friendly campus. The academic programs are set accordingly to the level of learning for each student. Overall, this school deserves the highest praises!
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