Serving 296 students in grades 6-8, West Fresno 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Fresno Middle serves the northeast part of Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest point in the attendance zone being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Fresno Middle School's student population of 296 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
296 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fresno 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 West Fresno Middle School is 0.37, 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
#8389 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fresno Middle School's ranking?
West Fresno Middle School is ranked #8389 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Fresno Middle School?
296 students attend West Fresno Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Fresno Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Fresno Middle School?
West Fresno Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Fresno Middle School offer ?
West Fresno Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Fresno Middle School part of?
West Fresno Middle School is part of Washington Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is West Fresno Middle School located?
West Fresno Middle School is located in the Edison neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 17 other public schools located in Edison.
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