Serving 986 students in grades 6-8, Benicia 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benicia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benicia Middle School's student population of 986 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benicia 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 Benicia Middle School is 0.73, 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
#3765 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
27%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benicia Middle School's ranking?
Benicia Middle School is ranked #3765 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Benicia Middle School often compared to?
Benicia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Canyon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Benicia Middle School?
986 students attend Benicia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Benicia Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benicia Middle School?
Benicia Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Benicia Middle School offer ?
Benicia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benicia Middle School part of?
Benicia Middle School is part of Benicia Unified School District.
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