Serving 90 students in grades 6-8, A. M. Thomas 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: A. M. Thomas Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Lost Hills, CA, encompassing approximately 511.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 30.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
A. M. Thomas Middle School's student population of 90 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
90 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
A. M. Thomas Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A. M. Thomas Middle School is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5202 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
9%
Showing 2003–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A. M. Thomas Middle School's ranking?
A. M. Thomas Middle School is ranked #5202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend A. M. Thomas Middle School?
90 students attend A. M. Thomas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of A. M. Thomas Middle School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A. M. Thomas Middle School?
A. M. Thomas Middle School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does A. M. Thomas Middle School offer ?
A. M. Thomas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is A. M. Thomas Middle School part of?
A. M. Thomas Middle School is part of Lost Hills Union Elementary School District.
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