Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Gustine 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gustine Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Gustine, CA, encompassing approximately 197.8 square miles. The area allows for a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gustine Middle School's student population of 370 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Opening Doors...to a Brighter Future
School Rankings
Gustine 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 Gustine Middle School is 0.17, 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
#8209 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gustine Middle School's ranking?
Gustine Middle School is ranked #8209 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gustine Middle School often compared to?
Gustine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gustine Elementary School, Gustine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gustine Middle School?
370 students attend Gustine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gustine Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gustine Middle School?
Gustine Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gustine Middle School offer ?
Gustine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gustine Middle School part of?
Gustine Middle School is part of Gustine Unified School District.
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