Serving 396 students in grades 6-8, Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8's student population of 396 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Success!
School Rankings
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 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 Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 is 0.02, 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
#7131 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Hispanic
99%
56%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8's ranking?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 is ranked #7131 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 often compared to?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8is often viewed alongside schools like Downtown Value, Alliance Gertz-ressler Richard Merkin 6-12 Complex, Porter Ranch Community by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8?
396 students attend Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 offer ?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 part of?
Alliance College-ready Middle Academy 8 is part of Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8 School District.
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