Serving 580 students in grades 7-8, Vernon 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Vernon Middle School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Vernon 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 Vernon Middle School is 0.21, 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
#5122 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ontario-Montclair School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon Middle School's ranking?
Vernon Middle School is ranked #5122 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vernon Middle School often compared to?
Vernon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Serrano Middle School, Oaks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vernon Middle School?
580 students attend Vernon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Vernon Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon Middle School?
Vernon Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vernon Middle School offer ?
Vernon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Vernon Middle School part of?
Vernon Middle School is part of Ontario-Montclair School District.
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