Serving 542 students in grades 6-8, Hilmar 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilmar Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hilmar school district, covering approximately 109.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.8 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilmar Middle School's student population of 542 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
542 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We A.R.E. HMS! – Accountable, Respectful, Empathetic
School Rankings
Hilmar 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 Hilmar Middle School is 0.53, 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
#6241 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilmar Middle School's ranking?
Hilmar Middle School is ranked #6241 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hilmar Middle School?
542 students attend Hilmar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hilmar Middle School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilmar Middle School?
Hilmar Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hilmar Middle School offer ?
Hilmar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hilmar Middle School part of?
Hilmar Middle School is part of Hilmar Unified School District.
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