Serving 554 students in grades 6-8, Reef-sunset 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Reef Sunset Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Avenal, CA, covering approximately 546.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 26.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reef-sunset Middle School's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reef-sunset 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 Reef-sunset Middle School is 0.06, 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
#9029 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
97%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reef-sunset Middle School's ranking?
Reef-sunset Middle School is ranked #9029 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Reef-sunset Middle School?
554 students attend Reef-sunset Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Reef-sunset Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reef-sunset Middle School?
Reef-sunset Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Reef-sunset Middle School offer ?
Reef-sunset Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Reef-sunset Middle School part of?
Reef-sunset Middle School is part of Reef-Sunset Unified School District.
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