Serving 738 students in grades 7-8, Ahwahnee 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ahwahnee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ahwahnee Middle School's student population of 738 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
738 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Ahwahnee 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 Ahwahnee Middle School is 0.57, 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
#7460 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fresno Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ahwahnee Middle School's ranking?
Ahwahnee Middle School is ranked #7460 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ahwahnee Middle School?
738 students attend Ahwahnee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ahwahnee Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ahwahnee Middle School?
Ahwahnee Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ahwahnee Middle School offer ?
Ahwahnee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ahwahnee Middle School part of?
Ahwahnee Middle School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I went to Ahwahnee jr. Hi in 1971-74 and I had the greatest time of my life. We were on a modular schedule. It taught me how to ultimately become a man. I was a pro athlete and I give credit to Ahwahnee for getting me started on that road.
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