Serving 1,069 students in grades 6-8, Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 1,069 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School's student population of 1,069 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,069 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1724 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School's ranking?
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School is ranked #1724 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School often compared to?
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vail Ranch Middle School, Temecula Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School?
1,069 students attend Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School?
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School offer ?
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School part of?
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School is part of Temecula Valley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School located?
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School is located in the Wolf Creek neighborhood of Temecula, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Wolf Creek.
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