The brief
The top-rated middle schools in Fresno for 2026 are Baird Middle (9.2/10), Edison Computech (9.1/10), and Rio Vista Middle (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 20 middle schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Fresno's middle school landscape spans 20 ranked schools, with performance clustered closer to the top than you might expect in a metro this size. The average composite score sits at 6.8 out of 10, and half of all ranked schools clear the 7-point mark — a sign of meaningful consistency across the district. Tioga Middle leads the field at 7.8/10, followed by a tight group including Rio Vista, Ahwahnee, and Scandinavian Middle, all scoring 7.5. That narrow gap between the top performers suggests families have real options without sacrificing quality. The table below lets you sort by composite score, location, and other key metrics to find the school that fits your child's needs. Use the scores as a starting point, then dig into the individual school profiles for a fuller picture.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 19.2
- 29.1
- 37.8
- 47.7
- 57.6
- 67.5
- 77.0
- 86.7
- 96.6
- 106.6
All 20 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.All 20
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Baird MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 603student-teacher ratio 22.3:1grades 5th–8th
- 2Edison ComputechFresno Unifiedstudents 818student-teacher ratio 24.8:1grades 7th–8th
- 3Rio Vista MiddleCentral Unifiedstudents 801student-teacher ratio 21.1:1grades 7th–8th
- 4Kastner IntermediateClovis Unifiedstudents 1,177student-teacher ratio 23.1:1grades 7th–8th
- 5Kings Canyon MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 915student-teacher ratio 19.9:1grades 7th–8th
- 6Granite Ridge IntermediateClovis Unifiedstudents 1,191student-teacher ratio 23.8:1grades 7th–8th
- 7Scandinavian MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 802student-teacher ratio 20.6:1grades 7th–8th
- 8Cooper MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 552student-teacher ratio 19.0:1grades 6th–8th
- 9Tioga MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 711student-teacher ratio 21.5:1grades 7th–8th
- 10Yosemite MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 659student-teacher ratio 19.4:1grades 7th–8th
- 11EL Capitan MiddleCentral Unifiedstudents 739student-teacher ratio 20.5:1grades 7th–8th
- 12Tehipite MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 453student-teacher ratio 18.1:1grades 7th–8th
- 13Sequoia MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 905student-teacher ratio 19.7:1grades 7th–8th
- 14Tenaya MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 874student-teacher ratio 21.3:1grades 7th–8th
- 15Elizabeth Terronez MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 696student-teacher ratio 18.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 16West Fresno MiddleWashington Unifiedstudents 313student-teacher ratio 18.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 17Ahwahnee MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 682student-teacher ratio 18.4:1grades 7th–8th
- 18Fort Miller MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 604student-teacher ratio 16.8:1grades 7th–8th
- 19Rutherford B. Gaston Sr. MiddleFresno Unifiedstudents 792student-teacher ratio 15.8:1grades 7th–8th
- 20Glacier Point MiddleCentral Unifiedstudents 969student-teacher ratio 22.0:1grades 7th–8th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and California education department. Rankings are relative to all public middle schools in California. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 20 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Baird Middle
Fresno Unified
603 students · 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 5th–8th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 9.0
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 8.7
- 2
Edison Computech
Fresno Unified
818 students · 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 1% in California
- Academics
- 9.8
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 7.1
- 3
Rio Vista Middle
Central Unified
801 students · 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 17% in California
- Academics
- 8.4
- Growth
- 7.8
- Environment
- 7.0
- 4
Kastner Intermediate
Clovis Unified
1,177 students · 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 19% in California
- Academics
- 8.8
- Growth
- 7.9
- Environment
- 5.9
- 5
Kings Canyon Middle
Fresno Unified
915 students · 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 21% in California
- Academics
- 6.3
- Growth
- 8.7
- Environment
- 7.6
- 6
Granite Ridge Intermediate
Clovis Unified
1,191 students · 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 23% in California
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 6.5
- Environment
- 6.4
- 7
Scandinavian Middle
Fresno Unified
802 students · 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 35% in California
- Academics
- 6.0
- Growth
- 7.4
- Environment
- 7.7
- 8
Cooper Middle
Fresno Unified
552 students · 19.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 43% in California
- Academics
- 6.2
- Growth
- 5.7
- Environment
- 9.1
- 9
Tioga Middle
Fresno Unified
711 students · 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 45% in California
- Academics
- 6.4
- Growth
- 6.9
- Environment
- 6.5
- 10
Yosemite Middle
Fresno Unified
659 students · 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 7th–8th
Top 45% in California
- Academics
- 4.6
- Growth
- 7.6
- Environment
- 7.6
Questions
What is the best middle school in Fresno, California?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Baird Middle is the top-rated middle school in Fresno with a composite score of 9.2/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many middle schools are in Fresno, California?
Fresno has 21 middle schools. Of these, 20 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average middle school rating in Fresno?
Among 20 Fresno middle schools with a composite score, the average is 6.8/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in California).
How does MySchoolScout rate middle schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within California, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in California, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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