Serving 405 students in grades 6-8, Joan Macqueen Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joan Macqueen Middle School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Joan Macqueen 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 Joan Macqueen Middle School is 0.64, 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
#4680 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Joan Macqueen Middle School's ranking?
Joan Macqueen Middle School is ranked #4680 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joan Macqueen Middle School often compared to?
Joan Macqueen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Coches Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joan Macqueen Middle School?
405 students attend Joan Macqueen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Joan Macqueen Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joan Macqueen Middle School?
Joan Macqueen Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joan Macqueen Middle School offer ?
Joan Macqueen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joan Macqueen Middle School part of?
Joan Macqueen Middle School is part of Alpine Union Elementary School District.
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