Serving 1,157 students in grades 6-8, Stanford 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 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 73% 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: 1,157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stanford Middle School's student population of 1,157 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Stanford Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanford 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
#2151 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanford Middle School's ranking?
Stanford Middle School is ranked #2151 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Stanford Middle School often compared to?
Stanford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Academy Of The Arts, Rogers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stanford Middle School?
1,157 students attend Stanford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Stanford Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanford Middle School?
Stanford Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stanford Middle School offer ?
Stanford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stanford Middle School part of?
Stanford Middle School is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Stanford Middle School located?
Stanford Middle School is located in the Los Altos neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Los Altos.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2015
HI
I am interesting to register my kid in your school ha is in six grade from Saudi Arabia, I will be in LA at 1/11/2015,to stay one year
?which kind of visa do i need for him, at what time can be enroll and all needed documents
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