Serving 988 students in grades 7-8, Toro Canyon 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toro Canyon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Toro Canyon Middle School's student population of 988 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Toro Canyon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toro Canyon Middle School is 0.04, 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
#3218 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toro Canyon Middle School's ranking?
Toro Canyon Middle School is ranked #3218 out of 3,649 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Toro Canyon Middle School?
988 students attend Toro Canyon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Toro Canyon Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toro Canyon Middle School?
Toro Canyon Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Toro Canyon Middle School offer ?
Toro Canyon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Toro Canyon Middle School part of?
Toro Canyon Middle School is part of Coachella Valley Unified School District.
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