Serving 919 students in grades 6-8, North Mountain 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Mountain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
North Mountain Middle School's student population of 919 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Huskies鈥earning today, Leading tomorrow!
School Rankings
North Mountain Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Mountain Middle School is 0.40, 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
#8235 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 North Mountain Middle School's ranking?
North Mountain Middle School is ranked #8235 out of 9,523 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North Mountain Middle School?
919 students attend North Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Mountain Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Mountain Middle School?
North Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Mountain Middle School offer ?
North Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Mountain Middle School part of?
North Mountain Middle School is part of San Jacinto Unified School District.
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