Serving 941 students in grades 6-8, Balboa Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Balboa Middle School's student population of 941 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
941 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Balboa Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Balboa Middle School is 0.57, 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
#4061 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balboa Middle School's ranking?
Balboa Middle School is ranked #4061 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Balboa Middle School often compared to?
Balboa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cabrillo Middle School, Anacapa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Balboa Middle School?
941 students attend Balboa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Balboa Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Balboa Middle School?
Balboa Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Balboa Middle School offer ?
Balboa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Balboa Middle School part of?
Balboa Middle School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
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