Serving 1,117 students in grades 6-8, M. H. Stanley Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: M. H. Stanley Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lafayette, CA, encompassing approximately 18.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M. H. Stanley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
M. H. Stanley Middle School's student population of 1,117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
M. H. Stanley Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of M. H. Stanley Middle School is 0.62, 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
#276 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. H. Stanley Middle School's ranking?
M. H. Stanley Middle School is ranked #276 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are M. H. Stanley Middle School often compared to?
M. H. Stanley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orinda Intermediate, Joaquin Moraga Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend M. H. Stanley Middle School?
1,117 students attend M. H. Stanley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of M. H. Stanley Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M. H. Stanley Middle School?
M. H. Stanley Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does M. H. Stanley Middle School offer ?
M. H. Stanley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is M. H. Stanley Middle School part of?
M. H. Stanley Middle School is part of Lafayette Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is M. H. Stanley Middle School located?
M. H. Stanley Middle School is located in the Stanley neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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