Serving 708 students in grades 7-8, Fred T. Korematsu Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 73% 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: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fred T. Korematsu Middle serves the southwest part of El Cerrito, CA, covering an area of approximately 15.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School's student population of 708 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
708 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe it! Achieve it!
School Rankings
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred T. Korematsu Middle School is 0.78, 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
#4203 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)17.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Fred T. Korematsu Middle School's ranking?
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School is ranked #4203 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fred T. Korematsu Middle School?
708 students attend Fred T. Korematsu Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Fred T. Korematsu Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred T. Korematsu Middle School?
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fred T. Korematsu Middle School offer ?
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Fred T. Korematsu Middle School part of?
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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