Serving 776 students in grades 6-8, Isaac L. Sowers Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Isaac L. Sowers Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Isaac L. Sowers Middle School's student population of 776 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Isaac L. Sowers 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 Isaac L. Sowers Middle School is 0.59, 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
#2096 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Isaac L. Sowers Middle School's ranking?
Isaac L. Sowers Middle School is ranked #2096 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Isaac L. Sowers Middle School often compared to?
Isaac L. Sowers Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ethel Dwyer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Isaac L. Sowers Middle School?
776 students attend Isaac L. Sowers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Isaac L. Sowers Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Isaac L. Sowers Middle School?
Isaac L. Sowers Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Isaac L. Sowers Middle School offer ?
Isaac L. Sowers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Isaac L. Sowers Middle School part of?
Isaac L. Sowers Middle School is part of Huntington Beach City Elementary School District.
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