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Antioch Middle

Middle School · Antioch Unified

1500 D St., Antioch, CA 94509

Enrollment

653

Student-Teacher

22.5:1

Score

3.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#9,125 of 9,539

In Antioch

#21 of 27

public schools

In district

#19 of 25

Antioch Unified

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Antioch Middle

3.3/10

Middle School in Antioch · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Fremont Elementary

3.2/10

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5.8/10

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About Antioch Middle

Antioch Middle is a public middle school in Antioch, CA, part of Antioch Unified. Antioch Middle serves approximately 653 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Antioch Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,125 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Antioch Middle show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.8
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Antioch 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.

51% of students at Antioch 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34.7 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,933
Chronic Absenteeism50.7%

Antioch Middle — Students at Antioch Middle score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 12.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 21.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
19%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
8%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
6%
ELA
14%
2017
Math
6%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
8%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
8%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
6%
ELA
11.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Antioch Middle Compares

See how Antioch Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in CA
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1500 D St., Antioch, CA 94509

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Antioch Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Antioch Charter Academy II (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocketship Delta Prep (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Antioch, see our Antioch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Fremont Elementary Antioch 0.1 mi 3.2
Live Oak High (Continuation) Antioch 0.1 mi 5.8
Antioch High Antioch 0.3 mi 4.9
HOLY ROSARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Antioch 0.3 mi 6.5
Holy Rosary Antioch 0.4 mi
Marsh Elementary Antioch 0.5 mi 2.9
Kimball Elementary Antioch 0.5 mi 3.9
Prospects High (Alternative) Antioch 0.8 mi 6.4
Antioch Charter Academy II Antioch 0.7 mi 8.0
Park Middle Antioch 0.9 mi 4.6
Rocketship Delta Prep Redwood City 0.8 mi 6.9
Belshaw Elementary Antioch 1.0 mi 3.1
Spectrum Center, Antioch Antioch 1.1 mi
SPECTRUM CENTER- ANTIOCH CAMPUS Antioch 1.1 mi 6.0
Bidwell Continuation High Antioch 1.1 mi 5.7
Sutter Elementary Antioch 1.5 mi 4.6
Mission Elementary Antioch 1.3 mi 3.9
Antioch Charter Academy Antioch 1.5 mi 4.8
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch 1.7 mi 7.1
Cornerstone Christian School Antioch 1.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,512

Median Home Value

$565,300

Median Rent

$2,052/mo

Population

71,013

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

58.3%

Avg Commute

41.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Antioch Middle

What grades does Antioch Middle serve?

Antioch Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Antioch Middle?

Antioch Middle has an enrollment of approximately 653 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Antioch Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Antioch 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 Antioch Middle rank in CA?

Antioch Middle ranks #9,125 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Antioch Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Antioch Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Antioch Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Antioch Middle has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Antioch Middle a charter school?

No, Antioch Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Antioch Middle a Title I school?

No, Antioch Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Antioch Middle?

86.4% of students at Antioch 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Contra Costa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.7%

District

Antioch Unified
District Enrollment
15,034
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,933
District Rank
#19 of 25

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