Serving 483 students in grades 7-8, Cherry Avenue 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 11% (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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherry Avenue Middle School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Red, Gold, & Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherry Avenue 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 Cherry Avenue Middle School is 0.30, 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
#8575 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
10%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Cherry Avenue Middle School is ranked #8575 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cherry Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Cherry Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sundale Elementary School, Los Tules Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% 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 Cherry Avenue Middle School?
483 students attend Cherry Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cherry Avenue Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherry Avenue Middle School?
Cherry Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cherry Avenue Middle School offer ?
Cherry Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Cherry Avenue Middle School part of?
Cherry Avenue Middle School is part of Tulare City School District.
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