Serving 461 students in grades 4-8, Sequoia 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sequoia Middle serves a centrally located attendance area in Redding, CA, encompassing approximately 20.1 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10 to 12 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sequoia Middle School's student population of 461 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sequoia 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 Sequoia Middle School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4913 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Spartans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoia Middle School's ranking?
Sequoia Middle School is ranked #4913 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sequoia Middle School often compared to?
Sequoia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parsons Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sequoia Middle School?
461 students attend Sequoia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sequoia Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoia Middle School?
Sequoia Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sequoia Middle School offer ?
Sequoia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Sequoia Middle School part of?
Sequoia Middle School is part of Redding Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Sequoia Middle School located?
Sequoia Middle School is located in the Garden Tract neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Garden Tract.
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