Serving 318 students in grades 6-8, West Fresno 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Fresno Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Fresno Middle School's student population of 318 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fresno 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 West Fresno Middle School is 0.32, 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
#8620 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
82%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fresno Middle School's ranking?
West Fresno Middle School is ranked #8620 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Fresno Middle School?
318 students attend West Fresno Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Fresno Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Fresno Middle School?
West Fresno Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does West Fresno Middle School offer ?
West Fresno Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Fresno Middle School part of?
West Fresno Middle School is part of Washington Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is West Fresno Middle School located?
West Fresno Middle School is located in the Edison neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 17 other public schools located in Edison.
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