Serving 530 students in grades 7-8, De Anza 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 28% (which is lower 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 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
De Anza Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
De Anza Middle School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
De Anza 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 De Anza Middle School is 0.13, 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
#4604 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Anza Middle School's ranking?
De Anza Middle School is ranked #4604 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are De Anza Middle School often compared to?
De Anza Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ray Wiltsey Middle School, Oaks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% 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 De Anza Middle School?
530 students attend De Anza Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of De Anza Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of De Anza Middle School?
De Anza Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does De Anza Middle School offer ?
De Anza Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is De Anza Middle School part of?
De Anza Middle School is part of Ontario-Montclair School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Second Semester
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School - Dismissal at 11:25
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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