Serving 680 students in grades 7-8, Serrano 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 34% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Serrano Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Serrano Middle School's student population of 680 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Serrano 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 Serrano Middle School is 0.21, 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
#3515 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
89%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Serrano Middle School's ranking?
Serrano Middle School is ranked #3515 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Serrano Middle School often compared to?
Serrano Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernon Middle School, Cesar E. Chavez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Serrano Middle School?
680 students attend Serrano Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Serrano Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Serrano Middle School?
Serrano Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Serrano Middle School offer ?
Serrano Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Serrano Middle School part of?
Serrano Middle School is part of Ontario-Montclair School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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