Ranchos Middle School

About Ranchos Middle School

Ranchos Middle School is a public school located in the small town of Ranchos, California. It is part of the Ranchos Unified School District and serves students in grades 6 through 8. Ranchos Middle School offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects such as math, science, social studies, and language arts. In addition, students have the opportunity to explore a variety of elective courses, including music, art, foreign language, and physical education. Ranchos Middle School prides itself on its commitment to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. The school has a strong emphasis on character development and fostering a sense of community. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as clubs, sports teams, and after-school programs. Ranchos Middle School is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential and prepare for success in high school and beyond. The school’s faculty and staff are committed to providing students with the knowledge and skills they need to become successful adults.

Address:	12455 Rd. 35 1/2 Madera, CA 93636
Phone:	(559) 645-3550
Site:	rms.gvusd.org
Grades:	7 – 8
Enrollment:	360 students

Overview Ranchos Middle School

Ranchos Middle School serves 360 students in grades 7-8.
Ranchos Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Ranchos Middle School

Ranchos Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Ranchos Middle School is 0.59, 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.