Serving 1,148 students in grades 7-8, La Paz 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 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Paz Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Paz Middle School's student population of 1,148 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Paz 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 La Paz Middle School is 0.04, 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
#6382 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 La Paz Middle School's ranking?
La Paz Middle School is ranked #6382 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Paz Middle School often compared to?
La Paz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Monterey County Middle School, Harden Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Paz Middle School?
1,148 students attend La Paz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of La Paz Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Paz Middle School?
La Paz Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does La Paz Middle School offer ?
La Paz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Paz Middle School part of?
La Paz Middle School is part of Salinas Union High School District.
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