Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, Raymond Cree 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond Cree Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Raymond Cree Middle School's student population of 710 students has declined by 16% 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
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Raymond Cree 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 Raymond Cree Middle School is 0.44, 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
#5276 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Raymond Cree Middle School's ranking?
Raymond Cree Middle School is ranked #5276 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Raymond Cree Middle School often compared to?
Raymond Cree Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Workman Middle School, Nellie N. Coffman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Raymond Cree Middle School?
710 students attend Raymond Cree Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Raymond Cree Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raymond Cree Middle School?
Raymond Cree Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Raymond Cree Middle School offer ?
Raymond Cree Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Raymond Cree Middle School part of?
Raymond Cree Middle School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.
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