Serving 947 students in grades 6-8, Benicia 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 947 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benicia Middle serves the southwest part of Benicia, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benicia Middle School's student population of 947 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
947 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benicia 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 Benicia Middle School is 0.73, 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
#3824 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
42%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benicia Middle School's ranking?
Benicia Middle School is ranked #3824 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Benicia Middle School often compared to?
Benicia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Canyon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Benicia Middle School?
947 students attend Benicia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Benicia Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benicia Middle School?
Benicia Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Benicia Middle School offer ?
Benicia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benicia Middle School part of?
Benicia Middle School is part of Benicia Unified School District.
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