Serving 1,179 students in grades 7-8, Edward Harris Jr. 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward Harris Jr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Edward Harris Jr. Middle School's student population of 1,179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Preparing ALL Future College Graduates for Success
School Rankings
Edward Harris Jr. 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 Edward Harris Jr. Middle School is 0.74, 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
#3351 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward Harris Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Edward Harris Jr. Middle School is ranked #3351 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edward Harris Jr. Middle School often compared to?
Edward Harris Jr. Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harriet G. Eddy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edward Harris Jr. Middle School?
1,179 students attend Edward Harris Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Edward Harris Jr. Middle School students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward Harris Jr. Middle School?
Edward Harris Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edward Harris Jr. Middle School offer ?
Edward Harris Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Edward Harris Jr. Middle School part of?
Edward Harris Jr. Middle School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
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