Serving 398 students in grades 6-8, Pajaro 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 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 99% 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: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pajaro Middle serves the southeastern part of Watsonville, CA, covering an area of approximately 27.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the farthest zone edge located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pajaro Middle School's student population of 398 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pajaro 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 Pajaro Middle School is 0.02, 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
#8742 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pajaro Middle School's ranking?
Pajaro Middle School is ranked #8742 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pajaro Middle School?
398 students attend Pajaro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Pajaro Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pajaro Middle School?
Pajaro Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pajaro Middle School offer ?
Pajaro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pajaro Middle School part of?
Pajaro Middle School is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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