Serving 932 students in grades 7-8, Kings Canyon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kings Canyon Middle School's student population of 932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kings Canyon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kings Canyon Middle School is 0.43, 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
#7365 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
74%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kings Canyon Middle School's ranking?
Kings Canyon Middle School is ranked #7365 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kings Canyon Middle School?
932 students attend Kings Canyon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kings Canyon Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kings Canyon Middle School?
Kings Canyon Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Kings Canyon Middle School offer ?
Kings Canyon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Kings Canyon Middle School part of?
Kings Canyon Middle School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Kings Canyon Middle School located?
Kings Canyon Middle School is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 32 other public schools located in Roosevelt.
School Reviews
1 3/20/2020
I would recommend looking at other placement of your student at a better school.
5 2/14/2015
Yes this is a wonderful awesome school
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