Serving 617 students in grades 7-8, Herbert H. Cruickshank 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: 29%
- Reading Proficiency: 48%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School's student population of 617 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)48%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 schools are Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School often compared to?
Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert Hoover Middle 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 40% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School?
617 students attend Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School?
Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School offer ?
Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School part of?
Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School is part of Merced City Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2010
Cruickshank middle school has very well behaved student. Their teachers teach well. Over all this school is very well put together.
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