Serving 484 students in grades 6-8, Richard L. Graves 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard L. Graves Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Richard L. Graves Middle School's student population of 484 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Richard L. Graves 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 Richard L. Graves Middle School is 0.10, 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
#6946 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard L. Graves Middle School's ranking?
Richard L. Graves Middle School is ranked #6946 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Richard L. Graves Middle School?
484 students attend Richard L. Graves Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Richard L. Graves Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard L. Graves Middle School?
Richard L. Graves Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Richard L. Graves Middle School offer ?
Richard L. Graves Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richard L. Graves Middle School part of?
Richard L. Graves Middle School is part of South Whittier Elementary School District.
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