Serving 1,010 students in grades 6-8, Arden Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,010 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arden Middle School's student population of 1,010 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,010 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arden 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 Arden 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
#3188 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arden Middle School's ranking?
Arden Middle School is ranked #3188 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arden Middle School often compared to?
Arden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcade Middle School, Winston Churchill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arden Middle School?
1,010 students attend Arden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Arden Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arden Middle School?
Arden Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arden Middle School offer ?
Arden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Arden Middle School part of?
Arden Middle School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great if your child is in the HA program. Lots of opportunity for those children, i.e., Science Olympiad, great teachers, etc. Non-HA students you might not be so happy here.
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