Serving 882 students in grades 6-8, Sequoia 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 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sequoia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sequoia Middle School's student population of 882 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
882 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Motto
Sequoia students will become confident, prepared, and inspired for lifelong learning.
School Rankings
Sequoia 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 Sequoia Middle School is 0.74, 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
#2740 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoia Middle School's ranking?
Sequoia Middle School is ranked #2740 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sequoia Middle School often compared to?
Sequoia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Middle School, Pleasant Hill 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 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sequoia Middle School?
882 students attend Sequoia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Sequoia Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoia Middle School?
Sequoia Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sequoia Middle School offer ?
Sequoia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sequoia Middle School part of?
Sequoia Middle School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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