Serving 616 students in grades 6-8, Crittenden Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Crittenden Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mountain View school district, covering approximately 16.1 square miles and generally allowing for a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 2.2 miles, with the furthest edge reaching 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crittenden Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crittenden Middle School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
616 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Crittenden Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crittenden Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1770 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Panther Pillars: Positive People, Actively Engaged, Working Together, Striving for Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crittenden Middle School's ranking?
Crittenden Middle School is ranked #1770 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Crittenden Middle School often compared to?
Crittenden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isaac Newton Graham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Crittenden Middle School?
616 students attend Crittenden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Crittenden Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 12% 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 Crittenden Middle School?
Crittenden Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Crittenden Middle School offer ?
Crittenden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crittenden Middle School part of?
Crittenden Middle School is part of Mountain View Whisman School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
CR Last Day for Students - (minimum day for students)
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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