Below Average
#7760 of 9,539 schools in CA
Andrew Carnegie Middle
Middle School · San Juan Unified
5820 Illinois Ave., Orangevale, CA 95662
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,760 of 9,539
In Orangevale
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#32 of 65
San Juan Unified
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Andrew Carnegie Middle
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About Andrew Carnegie Middle
Andrew Carnegie Middle is a public middle school in Orangevale, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Andrew Carnegie Middle serves approximately 698 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Andrew Carnegie Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,760 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Andrew Carnegie Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Andrew Carnegie Middle runs 22.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Andrew Carnegie Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Andrew Carnegie Middle — Students at Andrew Carnegie Middle score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Andrew Carnegie Middle Compares
See how Andrew Carnegie Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5820 Illinois Ave., Orangevale, CA 95662
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Andrew Carnegie Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pershing Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Earl Legette Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Fair Oaks), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ORANGEVALE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orangevale, see our Orangevale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orangevale Open K-8 Fair Oaks | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ALMONDALE ACADEMY Orangevale | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| COUNTRY HILL MONTESSORI Fair Oaks | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Orangevale Seventh-day Adventist Orangevale | 0.7 mi | — |
| Pershing Elementary Orangevale | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ORANGEVALE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Orangevale | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| House of Bread Christian Academy Orangevale | 0.9 mi | — |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Bella Vista High Fair Oaks | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| IHS Christian School Orangevale | 1.4 mi | — |
| Trajan Elementary Orangevale | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Golden Valley Orchard Orangevale | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle Orangevale | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Earl Legette Elementary Fair Oaks | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Oakview Community Elementary Orangevale | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Northridge Elementary Fair Oaks | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Claire's Montessori International Academy INC Orangevale | 1.9 mi | — |
| South Sutter Orangevale | 1.9 mi | — |
| Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary Orangevale | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,613
Median Home Value
$500,000
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
31,895
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
43
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| Alpine Vista Middle Tulare, CA | 4.7 |
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| Jackson Street Elementary Yreka, CA | 4.7 |
| Katherine Johnson Middle Sacramento, CA | 4.7 |
| Rivera Middle Pico Rivera, CA | 4.7 |
| Alder Middle Fontana, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Andrew Carnegie Middle
What grades does Andrew Carnegie Middle serve?
Andrew Carnegie Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Andrew Carnegie Middle?
Andrew Carnegie Middle has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Andrew Carnegie Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Andrew Carnegie Middle is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Andrew Carnegie Middle rank in CA?
Andrew Carnegie Middle ranks #7,760 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Andrew Carnegie Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Andrew Carnegie Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Andrew Carnegie Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Andrew Carnegie Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Andrew Carnegie Middle a charter school?
No, Andrew Carnegie Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Andrew Carnegie Middle a Title I school?
No, Andrew Carnegie Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Andrew Carnegie Middle?
36.4% of students at Andrew Carnegie Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 698
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (916) 971-7853
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #32 of 65
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