Serving 83 students in grades 6-8, Borrego Springs Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Borrego Springs Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Borrego Springs school district, spanning approximately 385.2 square miles in Borrego Springs, CA. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Borrego Springs Middle School's student population of 83 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Borrego Springs Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Borrego Springs Middle School is 0.21, 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
#8760 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Borrego Springs Middle School's ranking?
Borrego Springs Middle School is ranked #8760 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Borrego Springs Middle School?
83 students attend Borrego Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Borrego Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Borrego Springs Middle School?
Borrego Springs Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Borrego Springs Middle School offer ?
Borrego Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Borrego Springs Middle School part of?
Borrego Springs Middle School is part of Borrego Springs Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day Back after Spring Break
April 06, 2027 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School
June 10, 2027 (Thursday)
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