Serving 241 students in grades 6-8, Esparto 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Esparto Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Esparto, CA, covering approximately 363.9 square miles. The zone includes areas that are typically a 20-30 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 12.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 26.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esparto Middle School's student population of 241 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2010–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn, Grow, Eat, & Go!
School Rankings
Esparto 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 Esparto Middle School is 0.41, 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
#8664 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2010–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Esparto Middle School's ranking?
Esparto Middle School is ranked #8664 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Esparto Middle School?
241 students attend Esparto Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Esparto Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esparto Middle School?
Esparto Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Esparto Middle School offer ?
Esparto Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Esparto Middle School part of?
Esparto Middle School is part of Esparto Unified School District.
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