Serving 795 students in grades 6-8, Lindero Canyon Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 795 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lindero Canyon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lindero Canyon Middle School's student population of 795 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
795 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Where Everybody Belongs!
School Rankings
Lindero Canyon Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindero Canyon Middle School is 0.50, 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
#1850 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Lindero Canyon Middle School's ranking?
Lindero Canyon Middle School is ranked #1850 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lindero Canyon Middle School often compared to?
Lindero Canyon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur E. Wright Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lindero Canyon Middle School?
795 students attend Lindero Canyon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lindero Canyon Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lindero Canyon Middle School?
Lindero Canyon Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lindero Canyon Middle School offer ?
Lindero Canyon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lindero Canyon Middle School part of?
Lindero Canyon Middle School is part of Las Virgenes Unified School District.
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