Serving 1,204 students in grades 6-8, Barbara Chilton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Chilton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Barbara Chilton Middle School's student population of 1,204 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barbara Chilton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Chilton Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1136 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
18%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Chilton Middle School's ranking?
Barbara Chilton Middle School is ranked #1136 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Barbara Chilton Middle School often compared to?
Barbara Chilton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert C. Cooley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Barbara Chilton Middle School?
1,204 students attend Barbara Chilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Barbara Chilton Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barbara Chilton Middle School?
Barbara Chilton Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Barbara Chilton Middle School offer ?
Barbara Chilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Barbara Chilton Middle School part of?
Barbara Chilton Middle School is part of Roseville City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Barbara Chilton Middle School located?
Barbara Chilton Middle School is located in the Westpark neighborhood of Roseville, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Westpark.
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