Serving 1,539 students in grades 7-8, Washington Academic 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Academic Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sanger, CA, covering approximately 177.2 square miles. Within this area, most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Academic Middle School's student population of 1,539 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,539 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Academic 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 Washington Academic Middle School is 0.45, 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
#5599 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
16%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
72%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Academic Middle School's ranking?
Washington Academic Middle School is ranked #5599 out of 9,523 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Washington Academic Middle School?
1,539 students attend Washington Academic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Washington Academic Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Academic Middle School?
Washington Academic Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington Academic Middle School offer ?
Washington Academic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Washington Academic Middle School part of?
Washington Academic Middle School is part of Sanger Unified School District.
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