Serving 1,016 students in grades 6-8, Elizabeth Ustach Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 1,016 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School's student population of 1,016 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,016 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Ustach Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2747 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Kodiak Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Ustach Middle School's ranking?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School is ranked #2747 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Elizabeth Ustach Middle School often compared to?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel J. Savage Middle School, Somerset Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Ustach Middle School?
1,016 students attend Elizabeth Ustach Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Elizabeth Ustach Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth Ustach Middle School?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Ustach Middle School offer ?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elizabeth Ustach Middle School part of?
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School is part of Sylvan Union Elementary School District.
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