Elizabeth Ustach Middle School

2701 Kodiak Dr.
Modesto, CA 95355
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 1,023 students in grades 6-8, Elizabeth Ustach Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 1,023 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Top 30% in CA
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Elizabeth Ustach Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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School Overview

Elizabeth Ustach Middle School's student population of 1,023 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,023 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Elizabeth Ustach Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Ustach Middle School is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#2584 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
45%
33%
54%
47%
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: The Kodiak Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elizabeth Ustach Middle School's ranking?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School is ranked #2584 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Elizabeth Ustach Middle School often compared to?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel J. Savage Middle School, Somerset Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Ustach Middle School?
1,023 students attend Elizabeth Ustach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Elizabeth Ustach Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Ustach Middle School?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Ustach Middle School offer ?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elizabeth Ustach Middle School part of?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School is part of Sylvan Union Elementary School District.

School Reviews

5   2/5/2021
Really nice school, very well mannered and very tidy and cleaned up. There are no old rusty things, everything is new.
- Posted by Parent - LW
2   3/25/2020
I hate it; they don't do anything if you have an issue.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Unknown

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,023 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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