Serving 696 students in grades 6-8, Elizabeth Terronez 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth Terronez Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Elizabeth Terronez Middle School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Elizabeth Terronez Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Terronez Middle School is 0.53, 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
#8174 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
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 Elizabeth Terronez Middle School's ranking?
Elizabeth Terronez Middle School is ranked #8174 out of 9,602 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Terronez Middle School?
696 students attend Elizabeth Terronez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Elizabeth Terronez Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Terronez Middle School?
Elizabeth Terronez Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Terronez Middle School offer ?
Elizabeth Terronez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elizabeth Terronez Middle School part of?
Elizabeth Terronez Middle School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Elizabeth Terronez Middle School located?
Elizabeth Terronez Middle School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 32 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
School Reviews
5 9/6/2013
Awsome school teachers are good and kids are good
5 8/14/2013
My opinion of Terronez Middle school is very high. I love this school, and I don't love many things.
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