Serving 845 students in grades 6-8, Atascadero 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atascadero Middle School's student population of 845 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
845 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Atascadero 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 Atascadero 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
#3514 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Atascadero Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atascadero Middle School's ranking?
Atascadero Middle School is ranked #3514 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Atascadero Middle School often compared to?
Atascadero Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fine Arts Academy, Monterey Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Atascadero Middle School?
845 students attend Atascadero Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Atascadero Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atascadero Middle School?
Atascadero Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Atascadero Middle School offer ?
Atascadero Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Atascadero Middle School part of?
Atascadero Middle School is part of Atascadero Unified School District.
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