Serving 1,628 students in grades 6-8, Sutter Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sutter Middle serves the eastern part of Folsom, CA, covering an area of approximately 41.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sutter 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
Sutter Middle School's student population of 1,628 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Sutter Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutter Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1457 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutter Middle School's ranking?
Sutter Middle School is ranked #1457 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sutter Middle School often compared to?
Sutter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Folsom Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sutter Middle School?
1,628 students attend Sutter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Sutter Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutter Middle School?
Sutter Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sutter Middle School offer ?
Sutter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sutter Middle School part of?
Sutter Middle School is part of Folsom-Cordova Unified School District.
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