Serving 1,110 students in grades 6-8, M. H. Stanley Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 1,110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M. H. Stanley 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
M. H. Stanley Middle School's student population of 1,110 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
M. H. Stanley Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of M. H. Stanley Middle School is 0.59, 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
#308 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. H. Stanley Middle School's ranking?
M. H. Stanley Middle School is ranked #308 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are M. H. Stanley Middle School often compared to?
M. H. Stanley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orinda Intermediate, Joaquin Moraga Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend M. H. Stanley Middle School?
1,110 students attend M. H. Stanley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of M. H. Stanley Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M. H. Stanley Middle School?
M. H. Stanley Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does M. H. Stanley Middle School offer ?
M. H. Stanley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is M. H. Stanley Middle School part of?
M. H. Stanley Middle School is part of Lafayette Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is M. H. Stanley Middle School located?
M. H. Stanley Middle School is located in the Stanley neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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