Serving 745 students in grades 5-8, Mulcahy 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mulcahy Middle serves the western part of Tulare, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mulcahy Middle School's student population of 745 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
745 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
THE STALLION WAY! Be PRIDEful Be Respectful Be Safe!
School Rankings
Mulcahy 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 Mulcahy Middle School is 0.17, 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
#8267 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & Blue
School Mascot
Stallion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mulcahy Middle School's ranking?
Mulcahy Middle School is ranked #8267 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mulcahy Middle School?
745 students attend Mulcahy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mulcahy Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mulcahy Middle School?
Mulcahy Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mulcahy Middle School offer ?
Mulcahy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Mulcahy Middle School part of?
Mulcahy Middle School is part of Tulare City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School / District Office Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break / No School / District Office Closed
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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