Serving 470 students in grades 7-8, Wilson 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Chowchilla school district, covering approximately 110.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.3 miles and the furthest point reaching 12.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Middle School's student population of 470 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Middle School is 0.43, 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
#6777 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Wilson Middle School's ranking?
Wilson Middle School is ranked #6777 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wilson Middle School?
470 students attend Wilson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Wilson Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Middle School?
Wilson Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wilson Middle School offer ?
Wilson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Wilson Middle School part of?
Wilson Middle School is part of Chowchilla Elementary School District.
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