Serving 370 students in grades 5-8, Terrace 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Terrace Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lakeport school district, covering approximately 128.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terrace Middle School's student population of 370 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Terrace 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 Terrace Middle School is 0.66, 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
#8414 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrace Middle School's ranking?
Terrace Middle School is ranked #8414 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Terrace Middle School often compared to?
Terrace Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Terrace Middle School?
370 students attend Terrace Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Terrace Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terrace Middle School?
Terrace Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Terrace Middle School offer ?
Terrace Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Terrace Middle School part of?
Terrace Middle School is part of Lakeport Unified School District.
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