Serving 1,101 students in grades 7-8, Harden 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harden Middle School's student population of 1,101 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Huskies are RESPECTFUL RESPONSIBLE and READY TO LEARN
School Rankings
Harden 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 Harden Middle School is 0.15, 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
#7460 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harden Middle School's ranking?
Harden Middle School is ranked #7460 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harden Middle School often compared to?
Harden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Gutierrez Middle School, Washington Middle School, Buena Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harden Middle School?
1,101 students attend Harden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Harden Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harden Middle School?
Harden Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harden Middle School offer ?
Harden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Harden Middle School part of?
Harden Middle School is part of Salinas Union High School District.
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