Serving 970 students in grades 6-8, Standard 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 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 970 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Standard Middle School's student population of 970 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
970 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Standard 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 Standard Middle School is 0.56, 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
#8696 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
53%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Standard Middle School's ranking?
Standard Middle School is ranked #8696 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Standard Middle School?
970 students attend Standard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Standard Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Standard Middle School?
Standard Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Standard Middle School offer ?
Standard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Standard Middle School part of?
Standard Middle School is part of Standard Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Standard Middle School located?
Standard Middle School is located in the Mobile Town neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mobile Town.
School Reviews
5 6/15/2024
Excellent school! The demographic proves to be to tough with unforeseen circumstances with students home lives and neighborhood troubles but these teachers do everything and anything they can to support students socially, behaviorally, and academically!
3 7/7/2017
Standard Middle School is a very nice school. Of course there is drama and fights, but the teachers help every individual, and they don't have favorites.
5 4/7/2017
It is a really great school. They have had more control of their students
5 4/7/2017
I love standard middle school
2 3/17/2016
At SMS there are to many fights and too many bullies , the teachers have no control of their students.
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