Serving 568 students in grades 6-8, John Gutierrez 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bolsa Knolls Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Salinas school district, covering approximately 37.6 square miles. Most students typically drive between 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Gutierrez Middle School's student population of 568 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Gutierrez 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 John Gutierrez Middle School is 0.19, 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
#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)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Gutierrez Middle School's ranking?
John Gutierrez 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 John Gutierrez Middle School often compared to?
John Gutierrez Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gavilan View Middle School, Buena Vista 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 John Gutierrez Middle School?
568 students attend John Gutierrez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of John Gutierrez Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Gutierrez Middle School?
John Gutierrez Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Gutierrez Middle School offer ?
John Gutierrez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John Gutierrez Middle School part of?
John Gutierrez Middle School is part of Santa Rita Union Elementary School District.
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