Serving 1,002 students in grades 6-8, Newark Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newark Middle School's student population of 1,002 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Newark Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newark Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4374 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newark Middle School's ranking?
Newark Middle School is ranked #4374 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Newark Middle School often compared to?
Newark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornton Middle School, Centerville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Newark Middle School?
1,002 students attend Newark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Newark Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newark Middle School?
Newark Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Newark Middle School offer ?
Newark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Newark Middle School part of?
Newark Middle School is part of Newark Unified School District.
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