Serving 796 students in grades 7-8, University Heights 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 20%
- Reading Proficiency: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
University Heights Middle School's student population of 796 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of University Heights Middle School is 0.36, 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)20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)42%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend University Heights Middle School?
796 students attend University Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of University Heights Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Heights Middle School?
University Heights Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Heights Middle School offer ?
University Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is University Heights Middle School part of?
University Heights Middle School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is University Heights Middle School located?
University Heights Middle School is located in the University neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in University.
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