Serving 673 students in grades 6-8, Salida Middle School - Vella Campus ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salida Middle School - Vella Campus serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Salida, CA, encompassing approximately 25 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 7.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus's student population of 673 students has declined by 11% 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
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus 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 Salida Middle School - Vella Campus is 0.50, 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
#4623 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salida Middle School - Vella Campus's ranking?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus is ranked #4623 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Salida Middle School - Vella Campus often compared to?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campusis often viewed alongside schools like La Loma Junior High School, Daniel J. Savage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Salida Middle School - Vella Campus?
673 students attend Salida Middle School - Vella Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Salida Middle School - Vella Campus students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salida Middle School - Vella Campus?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salida Middle School - Vella Campus offer ?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Salida Middle School - Vella Campus part of?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus is part of Salida Union Elementary School District.
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