Serving 672 students in grades 6-8, Natomas 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natomas Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Natomas Middle School's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
’Every Student, Every Day!
School Rankings
Natomas 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 Natomas Middle School is 0.78, which is more 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
#7737 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
32%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Natomas Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natomas Middle School's ranking?
Natomas Middle School is ranked #7737 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Natomas Middle School often compared to?
Natomas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toby Johnson Middle School, Heron, Natomas Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Natomas Middle School?
672 students attend Natomas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Natomas Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natomas Middle School?
Natomas Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Natomas Middle School offer ?
Natomas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Natomas Middle School part of?
Natomas Middle School is part of Natomas Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Natomas Middle School located?
Natomas Middle School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 36 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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