Serving 320 students in grades 6-8, Middletown 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middletown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Middletown Middle School's student population of 320 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Royal Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middletown 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 Middletown Middle School is 0.56, 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
#5989 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middletown Middle School's ranking?
Middletown Middle School is ranked #5989 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Middletown Middle School?
320 students attend Middletown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Middletown Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middletown Middle School?
Middletown Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Middletown Middle School offer ?
Middletown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Middletown Middle School part of?
Middletown Middle School is part of Middletown Unified School District.
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