Serving 1,007 students in grades 6-8, Iron Horse Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iron Horse Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Iron Horse Middle School's student population of 1,007 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Black, Teal
School Motto
Home of the Jaguars!
School Rankings
Iron Horse Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iron Horse Middle School is 0.64, 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
#775 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
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 Iron Horse Middle School's ranking?
Iron Horse Middle School is ranked #775 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Iron Horse Middle School often compared to?
Iron Horse Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Iron Horse Middle School?
1,007 students attend Iron Horse Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Iron Horse Middle School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iron Horse Middle School?
Iron Horse Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Iron Horse Middle School offer ?
Iron Horse Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Iron Horse Middle School part of?
Iron Horse Middle School is part of San Ramon Valley Unified School District.
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