Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Crittenden Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crittenden Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Crittenden Middle School's student population of 582 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 3, 2026
School Rankings
Crittenden Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crittenden Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1770 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crittenden Middle School's ranking?
Crittenden Middle School is ranked #1770 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Crittenden Middle School often compared to?
Crittenden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isaac Newton Graham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Crittenden Middle School?
582 students attend Crittenden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Crittenden Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crittenden Middle School?
Crittenden Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Crittenden Middle School offer ?
Crittenden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crittenden Middle School part of?
Crittenden Middle School is part of Mountain View Whisman School District.
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June 05, 2026 (Friday)
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