Serving 729 students in grades 6-8, Piute 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 4% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piute Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Piute Middle School's student population of 729 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
729 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Piute 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 Piute Middle School is 0.52, 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
#9345 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
27%
5%
White
5%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piute Middle School's ranking?
Piute Middle School is ranked #9345 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Piute Middle School?
729 students attend Piute Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Piute Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piute Middle School?
Piute Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Piute Middle School offer ?
Piute Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Piute Middle School part of?
Piute Middle School is part of Lancaster Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I recommend this school because it has two teachers who can teach students and make students pay more attention in class because of these two teachers today I can speak English and I'm good at math. thanks to Ms.Kreutel who taught me how to speak English and because Mr.Valdez who taught me to be better at math. att; Adrian Roldan Belausteguigoytia ....
5 10/10/2025
Mr.Valdez is the best math teacher I've ever seen. He explains everything clear.
5 10/10/2025
The school is fun and the teacher here teach us alot
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