Serving 417 students in grades 6-8, Catherine L. Zane 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Catherine L. Zane Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Eureka school district, covering approximately 22.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catherine L. Zane Middle School's student population of 417 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Learner, Every Day: Engaged, Empowered, and Future-Ready
School Rankings
Catherine L. Zane 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 Catherine L. Zane Middle School is 0.74, 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
#5344 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catherine L. Zane Middle School's ranking?
Catherine L. Zane Middle School is ranked #5344 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Catherine L. Zane Middle School often compared to?
Catherine L. Zane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winship Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Catherine L. Zane Middle School?
417 students attend Catherine L. Zane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Catherine L. Zane Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catherine L. Zane Middle School?
Catherine L. Zane Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Catherine L. Zane Middle School offer ?
Catherine L. Zane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Catherine L. Zane Middle School part of?
Catherine L. Zane Middle School is part of Eureka City Schools.
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