Serving 674 students in grades 6-8, Prairie Vista 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Vista Middle School's student population of 674 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
674 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Motto
The Hawthorne Way: Every student, every day.
School Rankings
Prairie Vista 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 Prairie Vista Middle School is 0.43, 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
#5550 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
20%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Vista Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Vista Middle School is ranked #5550 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Prairie Vista Middle School often compared to?
Prairie Vista Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bud Carson Middle School, Hawthorne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Prairie Vista Middle School?
674 students attend Prairie Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Prairie Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Vista Middle School?
Prairie Vista Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Prairie Vista Middle School offer ?
Prairie Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Prairie Vista Middle School part of?
Prairie Vista Middle School is part of Hawthorne School District.
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