Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Los Coches Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Los Coches Creek Middle serves the northeast part of El Cajon, CA, covering an area of approximately 22.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Coches Creek Middle School's student population of 518 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Los Coches Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Coches Creek Middle School is 0.61, 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
#4026 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
51%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Coches Creek Middle School's ranking?
Los Coches Creek Middle School is ranked #4026 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Coches Creek Middle School often compared to?
Los Coches Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joan Macqueen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Coches Creek Middle School?
518 students attend Los Coches Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Los Coches Creek Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Coches Creek Middle School?
Los Coches Creek Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Coches Creek Middle School offer ?
Los Coches Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Los Coches Creek Middle School part of?
Los Coches Creek Middle School is part of Cajon Valley Union School District.
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