Serving 854 students in grades 6-8, Chalone Peaks 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 98% 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: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chalone Peaks Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire King City school district, covering approximately 234.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 8.3 miles and the furthest edge located 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chalone Peaks Middle School's student population of 854 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
854 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Chalone Peaks 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 Chalone Peaks Middle School is 0.08, 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
#8311 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
96%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chalone Peaks Middle School's ranking?
Chalone Peaks Middle School is ranked #8311 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chalone Peaks Middle School often compared to?
Chalone Peaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Main Street Middle School, Vista Verde Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chalone Peaks Middle School?
854 students attend Chalone Peaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chalone Peaks Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chalone Peaks Middle School?
Chalone Peaks Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chalone Peaks Middle School offer ?
Chalone Peaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chalone Peaks Middle School part of?
Chalone Peaks Middle School is part of King City Union School District.
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