Serving 749 students in grades 6-8, Solorsano 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Solorsano Middle serves the west part of Gilroy, CA, covering an area of approximately 217.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Solorsano Middle School's student population of 749 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
749 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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School Rankings
Solorsano 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 Solorsano Middle School is 0.53, 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
#4610 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
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Asian
10%
12%
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Hispanic
66%
56%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
13%
20%
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Two or more races
9%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solorsano Middle School's ranking?
Solorsano Middle School is ranked #4610 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Solorsano Middle School often compared to?
Solorsano Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brownell Middle School, South Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Solorsano Middle School?
749 students attend Solorsano Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Solorsano Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Solorsano Middle School?
Solorsano Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Solorsano Middle School offer ?
Solorsano Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Solorsano Middle School part of?
Solorsano Middle School is part of Gilroy Unified School District.
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