Serving 403 students in grades 6-8, Challenger 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 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Challenger Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lancaster, CA, covering approximately 100.4 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Challenger Middle School's student population of 403 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
403 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Your voice matters—hope to see you there!
School Rankings
Challenger 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 Challenger Middle School is 0.30, 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
#9326 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Challenger Middle School's ranking?
Challenger Middle School is ranked #9326 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Challenger Middle School?
403 students attend Challenger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Challenger Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Challenger Middle School?
Challenger Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Challenger Middle School offer ?
Challenger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Challenger Middle School part of?
Challenger Middle School is part of Wilsona Elementary School District.
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