Serving 9 students in grades 7-8, Fort Sage Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Sage Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Herlong, CA, covering approximately 265.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 30.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Sage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fort Sage Middle School's student population of 9 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
9 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Sage Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Sage Middle School is 0.37, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
Showing 2005–2024. Full 26-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 Fort Sage Middle School's ranking?
Fort Sage Middle School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fort Sage Middle School?
9 students attend Fort Sage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Fort Sage Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Sage Middle School?
Fort Sage Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fort Sage Middle School offer ?
Fort Sage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Fort Sage Middle School part of?
Fort Sage Middle School is part of Fort Sage Unified School District.
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