Serving 1,102 students in grades 6-8, Itliong-vera Cruz ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Itliong-vera Cruz's student population of 1,102 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Itliong-vera Cruz ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Itliong-vera Cruz is 0.56, 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
#2840 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
63%
12%
Hispanic
20%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Itliong-vera Cruz's ranking?
Itliong-vera Cruz is ranked #2840 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Itliong-vera Cruz often compared to?
Itliong-vera Cruzis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar Chavez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Itliong-vera Cruz?
1,102 students attend Itliong-vera Cruz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Itliong-vera Cruz students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Itliong-vera Cruz?
Itliong-vera Cruz has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Itliong-vera Cruz offer ?
Itliong-vera Cruz offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Itliong-vera Cruz part of?
Itliong-vera Cruz is part of New Haven Unified School District.
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