Serving 725 students in grades 6-8, Hans Christensen Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
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 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hans Christensen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hans Christensen Middle School's student population of 725 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hans Christensen Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hans Christensen Middle School is 0.57, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hans Christensen Middle School's ranking?
Hans Christensen Middle School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 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 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Hans Christensen Middle School?
725 students attend Hans Christensen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Hans Christensen Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hans Christensen Middle School?
Hans Christensen Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hans Christensen Middle School offer ?
Hans Christensen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hans Christensen Middle School part of?
Hans Christensen Middle School is part of Menifee Union Elementary School District.
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