Serving 782 students in grades 7-8, California 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
California Middle School's student population of 782 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
782 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
California 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 California Middle School is 0.72, 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
#3846 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Middle School's ranking?
California Middle School is ranked #3846 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are California Middle School often compared to?
California Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miwok Middle School, Sam Brannan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend California Middle School?
782 students attend California Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of California Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of California Middle School?
California Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California Middle School offer ?
California Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is California Middle School part of?
California Middle School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is California Middle School located?
California Middle School is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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