Serving 553 students in grades 4-8, George T. Egling Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George T. Egling Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Colusa school district, covering approximately 145.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various parts of the zone takes about 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located approximately 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George T. Egling Middle School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George T. Egling 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 George T. Egling 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
#4969 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George T. Egling Middle School's ranking?
George T. Egling Middle School is ranked #4969 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are George T. Egling Middle School often compared to?
George T. Egling Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maxwell Middle School, Maxwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend George T. Egling Middle School?
553 students attend George T. Egling Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of George T. Egling Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George T. Egling Middle School?
George T. Egling Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George T. Egling Middle School offer ?
George T. Egling Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is George T. Egling Middle School part of?
George T. Egling Middle School is part of Colusa Unified School District.
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