Serving 611 students in grades 6-8, New Brighton 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 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Brighton Middle School's student population of 611 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Brighton 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 New Brighton 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
#3050 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
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 New Brighton Middle School's ranking?
New Brighton Middle School is ranked #3050 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are New Brighton Middle School often compared to?
New Brighton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Branciforte Middle School, Aptos Junior High School, Shoreline Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend New Brighton Middle School?
611 students attend New Brighton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of New Brighton Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Brighton Middle School?
New Brighton Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does New Brighton Middle School offer ?
New Brighton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is New Brighton Middle School part of?
New Brighton Middle School is part of Soquel Union Elementary School District.
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