Serving 574 students in grades 7-8, Vandenberg 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vandenberg Middle School's student population of 574 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vandenberg 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 Vandenberg Middle School is 0.61, 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
#3876 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vandenberg Middle School's ranking?
Vandenberg Middle School is ranked #3876 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vandenberg Middle School often compared to?
Vandenberg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Junior High School, Lompoc Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vandenberg Middle School?
574 students attend Vandenberg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Vandenberg Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vandenberg Middle School?
Vandenberg Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vandenberg Middle School offer ?
Vandenberg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Vandenberg Middle School part of?
Vandenberg Middle School is part of Lompoc Unified School District.
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