Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, Richard Henry Dana Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard Henry Dana Middle serves the southern part of Arcadia, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Henry Dana Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richard Henry Dana Middle School's student population of 710 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
710 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1986
School Rankings
Richard Henry Dana Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Henry Dana Middle School is 0.47, 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
#728 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
71%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Henry Dana Middle School's ranking?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School is ranked #728 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Richard Henry Dana Middle School often compared to?
Richard Henry Dana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like First Avenue Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richard Henry Dana Middle School?
710 students attend Richard Henry Dana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Richard Henry Dana Middle School students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Henry Dana Middle School?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richard Henry Dana Middle School offer ?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richard Henry Dana Middle School part of?
Richard Henry Dana Middle School is part of Arcadia Unified School District.
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