Serving 458 students in grades 6-8, Emilie J. Ross 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emilie J. Ross Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Hughson school district, encompassing approximately 28.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emilie J. Ross Middle School's student population of 458 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emilie J. Ross 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 Emilie J. Ross Middle School is 0.51, 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
#6101 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emilie J. Ross Middle School's ranking?
Emilie J. Ross Middle School is ranked #6101 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emilie J. Ross Middle School?
458 students attend Emilie J. Ross Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Emilie J. Ross Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emilie J. Ross Middle School?
Emilie J. Ross Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emilie J. Ross Middle School offer ?
Emilie J. Ross Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Emilie J. Ross Middle School part of?
Emilie J. Ross Middle School is part of Hughson Unified School District.
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