Serving 687 students in grades 6-8, Salida Middle School - Vella Campus ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 83% 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: 687 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus's student population of 687 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salida Middle School - Vella Campus is 0.49, 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
#4623 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Salida Middle School - Vella Campus's ranking?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus is ranked #4623 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Salida Middle School - Vella Campus often compared to?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel J. Savage Middle School, La Loma Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Salida Middle School - Vella Campus?
687 students attend Salida Middle School - Vella Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Salida Middle School - Vella Campus students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salida Middle School - Vella Campus?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Salida Middle School - Vella Campus offer ?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Salida Middle School - Vella Campus part of?
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus is part of Salida Union Elementary School District.
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