Serving 377 students in grades 7-8, Sam Brannan Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam Brannan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sam Brannan Middle School's student population of 377 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sam Brannan Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sam Brannan 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
#8745 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
24%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Sam Brannan Middle School's ranking?
Sam Brannan Middle School is ranked #8745 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sam Brannan Middle School often compared to?
Sam Brannan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like California Middle School, Sutter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sam Brannan Middle School?
377 students attend Sam Brannan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sam Brannan Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sam Brannan Middle School?
Sam Brannan Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sam Brannan Middle School offer ?
Sam Brannan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sam Brannan Middle School part of?
Sam Brannan Middle School is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sam Brannan Middle School located?
Sam Brannan Middle School is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
School Reviews
5 3/8/2024
My son started at this school this year and I can say that we are satisfied with the administration and the support they have given us during this time, the principal Zarate is very dedicated and cares about helping the children in their improvement, but above all I am grateful for making my son feel integrated, the effort to make this school a better place for our children is undoubtedly noticeable.
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