Serving 325 students in grades 5-8, The Studios Central 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Studios Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Studios Central's student population of 325 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The Studios Central ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Studios Central is 0.75, 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
#8423 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 The Studios Central's ranking?
The Studios Central is ranked #8423 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are The Studios Central often compared to?
The Studios Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Ishi Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend The Studios Central?
325 students attend The Studios Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of The Studios Central students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Studios Central?
The Studios Central has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does The Studios Central offer ?
The Studios Central offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is The Studios Central part of?
The Studios Central is part of Oroville City Elementary School District.
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