Serving 431 students in grades 6-8, Edwin Markham Middle School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edwin Markham Middle School's student population of 431 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Edwin Markham Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edwin Markham 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
#3763 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwin Markham Middle School's ranking?
Edwin Markham Middle School is ranked #3763 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edwin Markham Middle School often compared to?
Edwin Markham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert C. Green Middle School, Pleasant Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edwin Markham Middle School?
431 students attend Edwin Markham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Edwin Markham Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edwin Markham Middle School?
Edwin Markham Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edwin Markham Middle School offer ?
Edwin Markham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edwin Markham Middle School part of?
Edwin Markham Middle School is part of Placerville Union Elementary School District.
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