Serving 910 students in grades 6-8, Dolores Huerta 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dolores Huerta Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dolores Huerta Middle School's student population of 910 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dolores Huerta 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 Dolores Huerta Middle School is 0.69, 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
#3760 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Dolores Huerta Middle School's ranking?
Dolores Huerta Middle School is ranked #3760 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dolores Huerta Middle School often compared to?
Dolores Huerta Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Muir Middle School, Luther Burbank Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dolores Huerta Middle School?
910 students attend Dolores Huerta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dolores Huerta Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dolores Huerta Middle School?
Dolores Huerta Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dolores Huerta Middle School offer ?
Dolores Huerta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dolores Huerta Middle School part of?
Dolores Huerta Middle School is part of Burbank Unified School District.
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