Serving 1,181 students in grades 6-8, El Cerrito Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Cerrito Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
El Cerrito Middle School's student population of 1,181 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
El Cerrito Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Cerrito Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2381 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
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 El Cerrito Middle School's ranking?
El Cerrito Middle School is ranked #2381 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Cerrito Middle School often compared to?
El Cerrito Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Hills Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend El Cerrito Middle School?
1,181 students attend El Cerrito Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of El Cerrito Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of El Cerrito Middle School?
El Cerrito Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Cerrito Middle School offer ?
El Cerrito Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is El Cerrito Middle School part of?
El Cerrito Middle School is part of Corona-Norco Unified School District.
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