Serving 1,074 students in grades 6-8, American Canyon Middle School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: American Canyon Middle serves the southern part of Vallejo, CA, covering an area of approximately 30.7 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Canyon Middle School's student population of 1,074 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,074 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
American Canyon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Canyon 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
#4015 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
28%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Napa Valley Unified School District colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Canyon Middle School's ranking?
American Canyon Middle School is ranked #4015 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are American Canyon Middle School often compared to?
American Canyon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benicia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend American Canyon Middle School?
1,074 students attend American Canyon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of American Canyon Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of American Canyon Middle School?
American Canyon Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Canyon Middle School offer ?
American Canyon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is American Canyon Middle School part of?
American Canyon Middle School is part of Napa Valley Unified School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
It is a wonderful school, but it is sometimes boring. It has a lot of drama, so I don't know if you want to get your kids into that. The food is wondering, but sometimes it doesn't look good.
4 10/10/2025
It's pretty good, the community is nice but most of the kids don't want to be there. The school teaches a lot and most of the teachers are nice. The academic programs are great. I have learned a lot since being at this school. Of course, it can be boring. It's school, so what do you expect. In short, I would definitely recommend this school.
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