Serving 979 students in grades 6-8, South Pointe Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: South Pointe Middle serves the southern part of Walnut, CA, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Pointe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Pointe Middle School's student population of 979 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
979 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child is Known
School Rankings
South Pointe Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Pointe Middle School is 0.37, 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
#468 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
78%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pointe Middle School's ranking?
South Pointe Middle School is ranked #468 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are South Pointe Middle School often compared to?
South Pointe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Middle School, Suzanne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend South Pointe Middle School?
979 students attend South Pointe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South Pointe Middle School students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Pointe Middle School?
South Pointe Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Pointe Middle School offer ?
South Pointe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Pointe Middle School part of?
South Pointe Middle School is part of Walnut Valley Unified School District.
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