Serving 964 students in grades 5-8, Ruth Musser 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruth Musser Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ruth Musser Middle School's student population of 964 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
964 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ruth Musser Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ruth Musser Middle School often compared to?
Ruth Musser Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cucamonga Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Ruth Musser Middle School?
964 students attend Ruth Musser Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ruth Musser Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruth Musser Middle School?
Ruth Musser Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ruth Musser Middle School offer ?
Ruth Musser Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ruth Musser Middle School part of?
Ruth Musser Middle School is part of Central Elementary School District.
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