Serving 511 students in grades 3-5, Arthur E. Mills Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur E. Mills Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arthur E. Mills Intermediate's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Kind, Work Hard & Dream Big!
School Rankings
Arthur E. Mills Intermediate 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 Arthur E. Mills Intermediate is 0.08, 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
#5896 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Arthur E. Mills Intermediate's ranking?
Arthur E. Mills Intermediate is ranked #5896 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arthur E. Mills Intermediate?
511 students attend Arthur E. Mills Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Arthur E. Mills Intermediate students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arthur E. Mills Intermediate?
Arthur E. Mills Intermediate has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arthur E. Mills Intermediate offer ?
Arthur E. Mills Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Arthur E. Mills Intermediate part of?
Arthur E. Mills Intermediate is part of Firebaugh-Las Deltas Unified School District.
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