Serving 624 students in grades 7-8, North Monterey County 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 95% 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: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Monterey County Middle School's student population of 624 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
624 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Dreaming, Engaging, and Achieving Together
School Rankings
North Monterey County 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 North Monterey County Middle School is 0.11, 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
#7947 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
White
5%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Monterey County Middle School's ranking?
North Monterey County Middle School is ranked #7947 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are North Monterey County Middle School often compared to?
North Monterey County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Paz Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North Monterey County Middle School?
624 students attend North Monterey County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Monterey County Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Monterey County Middle School?
North Monterey County Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Monterey County Middle School offer ?
North Monterey County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is North Monterey County Middle School part of?
North Monterey County Middle School is part of North Monterey County Unified School District.
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