Serving 452 students in grades 7-8, Ranchos Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ranchos Middle School's student population of 452 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
GO MUSTANGS!
School Rankings
Ranchos Middle School 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 Ranchos Middle School is 0.62, 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
#2311 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ranchos Middle School's ranking?
Ranchos Middle School is ranked #2311 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ranchos Middle School?
452 students attend Ranchos Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ranchos Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ranchos Middle School?
Ranchos Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ranchos Middle School offer ?
Ranchos Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ranchos Middle School part of?
Ranchos Middle School is part of Golden Valley Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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