Serving 468 students in grades 6-8, Carmel Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Carmel Middle serves the entire district of Carmel, CA, covering an extensive area of approximately 464.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 33 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmel Middle School's student population of 468 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Carmel Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel Middle School is 0.55, 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
#852 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
63%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel Middle School's ranking?
Carmel Middle School is ranked #852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carmel Middle School often compared to?
Carmel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carmel Middle School?
468 students attend Carmel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Carmel Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmel Middle School?
Carmel Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carmel Middle School offer ?
Carmel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carmel Middle School part of?
Carmel Middle School is part of Carmel Unified School District.
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