Serving 604 students in grades 6-8, Columbus Tustin 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbus Tustin Middle School's student population of 604 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbus Tustin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Tustin Middle School is 0.37, 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
#4218 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Tustin Middle School's ranking?
Columbus Tustin Middle School is ranked #4218 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Columbus Tustin Middle School often compared to?
Columbus Tustin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hewes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Columbus Tustin Middle School?
604 students attend Columbus Tustin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Columbus Tustin Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Tustin Middle School?
Columbus Tustin Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Columbus Tustin Middle School offer ?
Columbus Tustin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Columbus Tustin Middle School part of?
Columbus Tustin Middle School is part of Tustin Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 12/19/2014
It's a very educational school with high class teachers, but the students are very rash and not be suitable for work place.
5 9/12/2011
Far to many Hispanics for the white teachers to properly manage. Even the administration seems overwhelmed
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