Serving 836 students in grades 7-8, Scandinavian Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scandinavian Middle serves the eastern part of Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scandinavian Middle School's student population of 836 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
836 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scandinavian Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scandinavian Middle School is 0.52, 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
#7640 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scandinavian Middle School's ranking?
Scandinavian Middle School is ranked #7640 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Scandinavian Middle School?
836 students attend Scandinavian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Scandinavian Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scandinavian Middle School?
Scandinavian Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Scandinavian Middle School offer ?
Scandinavian Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Scandinavian Middle School part of?
Scandinavian Middle School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Scandinavian Middle School located?
Scandinavian Middle School is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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