Serving 640 students in grades 6-8, Calavera Hills Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calavera Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Calavera Hills Middle School's student population of 640 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calavera Hills Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calavera Hills Middle School is 0.64, 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
#2017 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calavera Hills Middle School's ranking?
Calavera Hills Middle School is ranked #2017 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Calavera Hills Middle School often compared to?
Calavera Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Calavera Hills Middle School?
640 students attend Calavera Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Calavera Hills Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calavera Hills Middle School?
Calavera Hills Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Calavera Hills Middle School offer ?
Calavera Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Calavera Hills Middle School part of?
Calavera Hills Middle School is part of Carlsbad Unified School District.
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