Serving 682 students in grades 6-8, Sandburg Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandburg Middle School's student population of 682 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Sandburg Middle School 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 Sandburg Middle School is 0.56, 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
#2983 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Sandburg Middle School's ranking?
Sandburg Middle School is ranked #2983 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sandburg Middle School often compared to?
Sandburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sandburg Middle School?
682 students attend Sandburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sandburg Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandburg Middle School?
Sandburg Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sandburg Middle School offer ?
Sandburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sandburg Middle School part of?
Sandburg Middle School is part of Glendora Unified School District.
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