Serving 1,047 students in grades 7-8, Elizabeth Pinkerton 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 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth Pinkerton 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
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School's student population of 1,047 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elizabeth Pinkerton 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 Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1375 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School's ranking?
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School is ranked #1375 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School often compared to?
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harriet G. Eddy Middle School, Toby Johnson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School?
1,047 students attend Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School?
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School offer ?
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School part of?
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
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