Serving 685 students in grades 7-8, Serrano 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Serrano Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Serrano Middle School's student population of 685 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Serrano Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Serrano Middle School is 0.33, 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
#7619 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Serrano Middle School's ranking?
Serrano Middle School is ranked #7619 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Serrano Middle School often compared to?
Serrano Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar E. Chavez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Serrano Middle School?
685 students attend Serrano Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Serrano Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% 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 Serrano Middle School?
Serrano Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Serrano Middle School offer ?
Serrano Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Serrano Middle School part of?
Serrano Middle School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Serrano Middle School located?
Serrano Middle School is located in the Amber Hills neighborhood of Highland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Amber Hills.
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