Serving 460 students in grades 6-8, Emerald 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: 6%
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerald Middle School's student population of 460 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Emerald Middle School is 0.68, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emerald Middle School?
460 students attend Emerald Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Emerald Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerald Middle School?
Emerald Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emerald Middle School offer ?
Emerald Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Emerald Middle School part of?
Emerald Middle School is part of Cajon Valley Union School District.
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