Serving 945 students in grades 5-8, Ruth Musser 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 34% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruth Musser Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ruth Musser Middle School's student population of 945 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
945 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Ruth Musser 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 Ruth Musser Middle School is 0.70, 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
#3025 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Ruth Musser Middle School's ranking?
Ruth Musser Middle School is ranked #3025 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ruth Musser Middle School often compared to?
Ruth Musser Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cucamonga Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ruth Musser Middle School?
945 students attend Ruth Musser Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ruth Musser Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ruth Musser Middle School?
Ruth Musser Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ruth Musser Middle School offer ?
Ruth Musser Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ruth Musser Middle School part of?
Ruth Musser Middle School is part of Central Elementary School District.
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