Serving 288 students in grades 6-8, Diamond View 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 21% (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 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Diamond View Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district in Susanville, CA, encompassing approximately 809.6 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 31 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Diamond View Middle School's student population of 288 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect, responsibility, trust, and achievement
School Rankings
Diamond View 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 Diamond View Middle School is 0.62, 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
#7056 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diamond View Middle School's ranking?
Diamond View Middle School is ranked #7056 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?
21% 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 Diamond View Middle School?
288 students attend Diamond View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Diamond View Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diamond View Middle School?
Diamond View Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Diamond View Middle School offer ?
Diamond View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Diamond View Middle School part of?
Diamond View Middle School is part of Susanville Elementary School District.
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