Serving 1,097 students in grades 6-8, Itliong-vera Cruz ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Itliong-vera Cruz's student population of 1,097 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,097 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Rankings
Itliong-vera Cruz 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 Itliong-vera Cruz is 0.58, 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
#2787 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
62%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Itliong-vera Cruz's ranking?
Itliong-vera Cruz is ranked #2787 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Itliong-vera Cruz often compared to?
Itliong-vera Cruzis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar Chavez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Itliong-vera Cruz?
1,097 students attend Itliong-vera Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Itliong-vera Cruz students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Itliong-vera Cruz?
Itliong-vera Cruz has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Itliong-vera Cruz offer ?
Itliong-vera Cruz offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Itliong-vera Cruz part of?
Itliong-vera Cruz is part of New Haven Unified School District.
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