Needles Middle School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Needles Middle School's ranking?
Needles Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for: Most diverse schools (Top 20%) and Largest student body (number of students) (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Needles Middle School?
241 students attend Needles Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Needles Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Needles Middle School?
Needles Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Needles Middle School offer ?
Needles Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Needles Middle School part of?
Needles Middle School is part of Needles Unified School District.
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