Serving 769 students in grades 6-8, Green Acres 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Green Acres Middle School's student population of 769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Green Acres 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 Green Acres Middle School is 0.45, 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
#3838 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Acres Middle School's ranking?
Green Acres Middle School is ranked #3838 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Green Acres Middle School often compared to?
Green Acres Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Joya Middle School, Ridgeview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Green Acres Middle School?
769 students attend Green Acres Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Green Acres Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Acres Middle School?
Green Acres Middle School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Green Acres Middle School offer ?
Green Acres Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Green Acres Middle School part of?
Green Acres Middle School is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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