Serving 481 students in grades 7-8, Tehipite 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 4% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tehipite Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Tehipite Middle School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tehipite 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 Tehipite Middle School is 0.27, 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
#9234 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tehipite Middle School's ranking?
Tehipite Middle School is ranked #9234 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tehipite Middle School?
481 students attend Tehipite Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Tehipite Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tehipite Middle School?
Tehipite Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tehipite Middle School offer ?
Tehipite Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Tehipite Middle School part of?
Tehipite Middle School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Tehipite Middle School located?
Tehipite Middle School is located in the Jefferson neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Jefferson.
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