Serving 483 students in grades 6-8, Los Cerros Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Cerros Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Los Cerros Middle School's student population of 483 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Los Cerros Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Cerros Middle School is 0.56, 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
#767 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
63%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Cerros Middle School's ranking?
Los Cerros Middle School is ranked #767 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Cerros Middle School often compared to?
Los Cerros Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlotte Wood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Cerros Middle School?
483 students attend Los Cerros Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Los Cerros Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Cerros Middle School?
Los Cerros Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Cerros Middle School offer ?
Los Cerros Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Los Cerros Middle School part of?
Los Cerros Middle School is part of San Ramon Valley Unified School District.
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