Serving 229 students in grades 6-8, Berrendos 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berrendos Middle serves the entire school district in Red Bluff, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 640 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 23.2 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 51.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berrendos Middle School's student population of 229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berrendos 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 Berrendos Middle School is 0.51, 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
#3749 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
64%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berrendos Middle School's ranking?
Berrendos Middle School is ranked #3749 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Berrendos Middle School often compared to?
Berrendos Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Berrendos Middle School?
229 students attend Berrendos Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Berrendos Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berrendos Middle School?
Berrendos Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Berrendos Middle School offer ?
Berrendos Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Berrendos Middle School part of?
Berrendos Middle School is part of Antelope Elementary School District.
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