Serving 402 students in grades 6-8, Carpinteria 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carpinteria Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Carpinteria Middle School's student population of 402 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria Middle School is 0.37, which is less 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
#3893 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carpinteria Middle School's ranking?
Carpinteria Middle School is ranked #3893 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carpinteria Middle School?
402 students attend Carpinteria Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Carpinteria Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carpinteria Middle School?
Carpinteria Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carpinteria Middle School offer ?
Carpinteria Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carpinteria Middle School part of?
Carpinteria Middle School is part of Carpinteria Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 2/4/2022
I am a believer in what you put in, you get out. Middle school is a difficult time for our children and has been made more difficult with the current pandemic. A little rough at first but CMS tackled the virtual learning and ensured all students had access to learning. Sadly, many of those students didn't take advantage of it and missed out. It takes effort from all of us, parents, teachers, students to raise a successful generation. CMS is dedicated to doing just that. The principal somehow knows every one of the students by name, is in the hallway during transitions, and is really good with parents too. I was hesitant, admittedly, to send my kid to CMS. but found that she's thrived at CMS, personally and educationally.
5 4/14/2018
It`s a great school
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