Serving 254 students in grades 9-12, Middle College High School ranks in the top 20% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Middle College High School's student population of 254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle College High School is 0.30, 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
#1880 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
83%
55%
Black
9%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle College High School's ranking?
Middle College High School is ranked #1880 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Middle College High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Middle College High School?
254 students attend Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Middle College High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle College High School?
Middle College High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Middle College High School offer ?
Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Middle College High School part of?
Middle College High School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle College High School located?
Middle College High School is located in the Valley College neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Valley College.
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