Serving 1,403 students in grades 6-8, Stauffer (Mary R.) 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School's student population of 1,403 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stauffer (Mary R.) 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 Stauffer (Mary R.) 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
#4085 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
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 Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School's ranking?
Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School is ranked #4085 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School often compared to?
Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Griffiths (Gordon) Middle School, Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School?
1,403 students attend Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School?
Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School offer ?
Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School part of?
Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle School is part of Downey Unified School District.
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