Serving 814 students in grades 7-8, Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School's student population of 814 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
814 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. 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 Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School is 0.43, 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
#9037 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School's ranking?
Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School is ranked #9037 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School?
814 students attend Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School?
Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School offer ?
Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School part of?
Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School located?
Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. Middle School is located in the Edison neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 17 other public schools located in Edison.
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