Serving 591 students in grades 4-8, La Entrada Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Entrada 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
La Entrada Middle School's student population of 591 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
La Entrada Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Entrada 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
#139 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Entrada Middle School's ranking?
La Entrada Middle School is ranked #139 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Entrada Middle School often compared to?
La Entrada Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Entrada Middle School?
591 students attend La Entrada Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of La Entrada Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Entrada Middle School?
La Entrada Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Entrada Middle School offer ?
La Entrada Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is La Entrada Middle School part of?
La Entrada Middle School is part of Las Lomitas Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is La Entrada Middle School located?
La Entrada Middle School is located in the Sharon Heights neighborhood of Menlo Park, CA.
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