Serving 810 students in grades 6-8, Marvin A. Dutcher 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marvin A. Dutcher Middle serves the northwest part of Turlock, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School's student population of 810 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
810 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Marvin A. Dutcher 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 Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School is 0.37, 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
#5629 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School's ranking?
Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School is ranked #5629 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School?
810 students attend Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School?
Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School offer ?
Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School part of?
Marvin A. Dutcher Middle School is part of Turlock Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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