Serving 517 students in grades 7-8, Muscatel Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muscatel Middle School's student population of 517 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Muscatel Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muscatel Middle School is 0.53, 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
#2166 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
56%
12%
Hispanic
40%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muscatel Middle School's ranking?
Muscatel Middle School is ranked #2166 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Muscatel Middle School often compared to?
Muscatel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Muscatel Middle School?
517 students attend Muscatel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Muscatel Middle School students are Asian, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muscatel Middle School?
Muscatel Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Muscatel Middle School offer ?
Muscatel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Muscatel Middle School part of?
Muscatel Middle School is part of Rosemead Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Veteran's Day Holiday (District/Schools Closed)
November 11, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Day Holiday (District/Schools Closed)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday (District/Schools Closed)
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
President's Day Holiday (District/Schools Closed)
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
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