Serving 708 students in grades 6-8, Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle serves the northeastern area of Orangevale, CA, covering approximately 10.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School's student population of 708 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
708 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Louis Pasteur Fundamental 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 Louis Pasteur Fundamental 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
#3602 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School's ranking?
Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School is ranked #3602 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School often compared to?
Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andrew Carnegie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School?
708 students attend Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School?
Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School offer ?
Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School part of?
Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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