Serving 1,008 students in grades 6-8, Leon H. Ollivier 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leon H. Ollivier Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Leon H. Ollivier Middle School's student population of 1,008 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leon H. Ollivier 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 Leon H. Ollivier Middle School is 0.21, 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
#3668 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
89%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leon H. Ollivier Middle School's ranking?
Leon H. Ollivier Middle School is ranked #3668 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leon H. Ollivier Middle School often compared to?
Leon H. Ollivier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leon H. Ollivier Middle School?
1,008 students attend Leon H. Ollivier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Leon H. Ollivier Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leon H. Ollivier Middle School?
Leon H. Ollivier Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Leon H. Ollivier Middle School offer ?
Leon H. Ollivier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Leon H. Ollivier Middle School part of?
Leon H. Ollivier Middle School is part of Greenfield Union School District.
School Reviews
5 5/18/2009
I love going to Ollivier Middle school. I feel really safe and welcomed at this school. There are excellent staff and people that keep the school running, and I/m sad that I have to leave this year!! Lions you know!!!
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