Serving 239 students in grades 6-8, Barbara Spratling 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 94% 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: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barbara Spratling Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hughson, CA, encompassing approximately 9.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Spratling Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Barbara Spratling Middle School's student population of 239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
239 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barbara Spratling 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 Barbara Spratling Middle School is 0.27, 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
#4678 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-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 Barbara Spratling Middle School's ranking?
Barbara Spratling Middle School is ranked #4678 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barbara Spratling Middle School?
239 students attend Barbara Spratling Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Barbara Spratling Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara Spratling Middle School?
Barbara Spratling Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Barbara Spratling Middle School offer ?
Barbara Spratling Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Barbara Spratling Middle School part of?
Barbara Spratling Middle School is part of Keyes Union School District.
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