Serving 982 students in grades 7-8, Toro Canyon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toro Canyon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Toro Canyon Middle School's student population of 982 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
982 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Toro Canyon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toro Canyon Middle School is 0.02, 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
#8758 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toro Canyon Middle School's ranking?
Toro Canyon Middle School is ranked #8758 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Toro Canyon Middle School?
982 students attend Toro Canyon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Toro Canyon Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toro Canyon Middle School?
Toro Canyon Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Toro Canyon Middle School offer ?
Toro Canyon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Toro Canyon Middle School part of?
Toro Canyon Middle School is part of Coachella Valley Unified School District.
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