Serving 779 students in grades 7-8, Robert L. Mccaffrey 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert L. McCaffrey Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Galt, CA, covering approximately 52.1 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School's student population of 779 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
779 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School is 0.56, 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
#3514 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-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 Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School's ranking?
Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School is ranked #3514 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School?
779 students attend Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School?
Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School offer ?
Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School part of?
Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School is part of Galt Joint Union Elementary School District.
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