Serving 478 students in grades 6-8, Templeton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Templeton Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Templeton, CA, covering approximately 100.7 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 12.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Templeton Middle School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Templeton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Templeton 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
#2262 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Templeton Middle School's ranking?
Templeton Middle School is ranked #2262 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Templeton Middle School often compared to?
Templeton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis Flamson Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Templeton Middle School?
478 students attend Templeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Templeton Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Templeton Middle School?
Templeton Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Templeton Middle School offer ?
Templeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Templeton Middle School part of?
Templeton Middle School is part of Templeton Unified School District.
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