Serving 1,137 students in grades 7-8, Santiago Charter 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santiago Charter Middle School's student population of 1,137 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Motto
#WeCare
School Rankings
Santiago Charter 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 Santiago Charter Middle School is 0.54, 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
#3855 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santiago Charter Middle School's ranking?
Santiago Charter Middle School is ranked #3855 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santiago Charter Middle School often compared to?
Santiago Charter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Rancho Charter, Cerro Villa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santiago Charter Middle School?
1,137 students attend Santiago Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Santiago Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% 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 Santiago Charter Middle School?
Santiago Charter Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santiago Charter Middle School offer ?
Santiago Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Santiago Charter Middle School part of?
Santiago Charter Middle School is part of Santiago Charter Middle School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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