Serving 652 students in grades 7-8, Fort Miller 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Miller Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort Miller Middle School's student population of 652 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
652 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Miller 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 Fort Miller Middle School is 0.50, 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
#9238 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Fort Miller Middle School's ranking?
Fort Miller Middle School is ranked #9238 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fort Miller Middle School?
652 students attend Fort Miller Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Fort Miller Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Miller Middle School?
Fort Miller Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fort Miller Middle School offer ?
Fort Miller Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Fort Miller Middle School part of?
Fort Miller Middle School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The school is crap most teachers don't care what happens you just sit and listen to the class('s) talk while the Teacher either sit in the back on their phone or computer. The academic programs are great their is a lot of extracurricular activities the sports vary by the weather the coaches are great. There is after school program's available. They need more Teachers/Administrates. And more Security guards!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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