Serving 697 students in grades 7-8, Gifford C. Cole 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 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gifford C. Cole Middle School's student population of 697 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
697 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Gifford C. Cole 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 Gifford C. Cole Middle School is 0.49, 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
#8661 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
22%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gifford C. Cole Middle School's ranking?
Gifford C. Cole Middle School is ranked #8661 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gifford C. Cole Middle School often compared to?
Gifford C. Cole Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joe Walker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gifford C. Cole Middle School?
697 students attend Gifford C. Cole Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gifford C. Cole Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gifford C. Cole Middle School?
Gifford C. Cole Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gifford C. Cole Middle School offer ?
Gifford C. Cole Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Gifford C. Cole Middle School part of?
Gifford C. Cole Middle School is part of Eastside Union Elementary School District.
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