Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, James Monroe 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Monroe Middle serves the southern part of Ridgecrest, CA, covering an extensive area of approximately 564.9 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.4 miles to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 29.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Monroe Middle School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Monroe 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 James Monroe Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#7574 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Monroe Middle School's ranking?
James Monroe Middle School is ranked #7574 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are James Monroe Middle School often compared to?
James Monroe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murray Middle School, Jacobsen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James Monroe Middle School?
490 students attend James Monroe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of James Monroe Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Monroe Middle School?
James Monroe Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James Monroe Middle School offer ?
James Monroe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James Monroe Middle School part of?
James Monroe Middle School is part of Sierra Sands Unified School District.
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