Folsom Middle School serves 1,301 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 68%
- Reading Proficiency: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Folsom Middle School's student population of 1,301 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Folsom Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Folsom Middle School often compared to?
Folsom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Folsom Middle School?
1,301 students attend Folsom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Folsom Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Folsom Middle School?
Folsom Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Folsom Middle School offer ?
Folsom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Folsom Middle School part of?
Folsom Middle School is part of Folsom-Cordova Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 08, 2023 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
Holiday - No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 22, 2023 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 12/14/2009
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