Serving 1,008 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 34%). 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Erle Stanley Gardner Middle serves the southwest part of Temecula, CA, covering an area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the nearest boundary and up to 5.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- 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
School Overview
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School's student population of 1,008 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,008 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1745 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 #1745 out of 9,523 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 34% 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?
1,008 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, 33% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 10% 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 24:1, 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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