Serving 544 students in grades 6-8, Rivera 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rivera Middle School's student population of 544 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rivera 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 Rivera Middle School is 0.04, 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
#7068 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rivera Middle School's ranking?
Rivera Middle School is ranked #7068 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rivera Middle School often compared to?
Rivera Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steam Academy Burke, North Park Academy Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rivera Middle School?
544 students attend Rivera Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Rivera Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rivera Middle School?
Rivera Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rivera Middle School offer ?
Rivera Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rivera Middle School part of?
Rivera Middle School is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rivera Middle School located?
Rivera Middle School is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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