Serving 706 students in grades 7-8, Bobby Duke Middle School 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bobby Duke Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bobby Duke Middle School's student population of 706 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bobby Duke Middle School 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 Bobby Duke Middle School is 0.00, which is less 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
#8520 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bobby Duke Middle School's ranking?
Bobby Duke Middle School is ranked #8520 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bobby Duke Middle School?
706 students attend Bobby Duke Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bobby Duke Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bobby Duke Middle School?
Bobby Duke Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Bobby Duke Middle School offer ?
Bobby Duke Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Bobby Duke Middle School part of?
Bobby Duke Middle School is part of Coachella Valley Unified School District.
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