Serving 1,508 students in grades 6-8, Folsom Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Folsom Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Folsom Middle School's student population of 1,508 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Folsom Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Folsom Middle School is 0.69, 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
#615 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Folsom Middle School's ranking?
Folsom Middle School is ranked #615 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Folsom Middle School often compared to?
Folsom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sutter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Folsom Middle School?
1,508 students attend Folsom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Folsom Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Folsom Middle School?
Folsom Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Folsom Middle School offer ?
Folsom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Folsom Middle School part of?
Folsom Middle School is part of Folsom-Cordova Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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