Serving 923 students in grades 6-8, Southridge Tech 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southridge Middle serves the south part of Fontana, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles from the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southridge Tech Middle School's student population of 923 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
923 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southridge Tech 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 Southridge Tech Middle School is 0.24, 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
#4978 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
87%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southridge Tech Middle School's ranking?
Southridge Tech Middle School is ranked #4978 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Southridge Tech Middle School often compared to?
Southridge Tech Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne Ruble Middle School, Harry S. Truman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Southridge Tech Middle School?
923 students attend Southridge Tech Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Southridge Tech Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southridge Tech Middle School?
Southridge Tech Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Southridge Tech Middle School offer ?
Southridge Tech Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southridge Tech Middle School part of?
Southridge Tech Middle School is part of Fontana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Southridge Tech Middle School located?
Southridge Tech Middle School is located in the Southridge Village neighborhood of Fontana, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Southridge Village.
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