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Atascadero Middle
Middle School · Atascadero Unified
6501 Lewis Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422
Enrollment
855
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
855
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,392 of 9,539
In Atascadero
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Atascadero Unified
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Atascadero Middle
Middle School in Atascadero · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Atascadero Middle
Atascadero Middle is a public middle school in Atascadero, CA, part of Atascadero Unified. Atascadero Middle serves approximately 855 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Atascadero Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,392 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Atascadero Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Atascadero Middle runs 20.4:1 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 Atascadero 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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Atascadero Middle — Students at Atascadero Middle score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Atascadero Middle Compares
See how Atascadero Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6501 Lewis Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Atascadero Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fine Arts Academy (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Templeton Middle (rated 5.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Templeton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Atascadero, see our Atascadero schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts Academy Atascadero | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atascadero | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Atascadero High Atascadero | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Santa Rosa Road Academic Academy Atascadero | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Monterey Road Elementary Atascadero | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Atascadero | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| San Benito Elementary Atascadero | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| San Gabriel Elementary Atascadero | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Paloma Creek High Atascadero | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Atascadero Choices in Education Academy (ACE) Atascadero | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ACTS Advanced Christian Training Schools Atascadero | 2.7 mi | — |
| Templeton High Templeton | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Eagle Canyon High Templeton | 4.5 mi | — |
| Templeton Independent Study High Templeton | 4.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Templeton Home Templeton | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Templeton Middle Templeton | 4.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Templeton Elementary Templeton | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SANTA LUCIA SCHOOL Templeton | 4.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Templeton Hills Adventist School Templeton | 5.1 mi | — |
| TEMPLETON HILLS 7TH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Templeton | 5.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,916
Median Home Value
$692,100
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
33,512
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Atascadero Middle
What grades does Atascadero Middle serve?
Atascadero Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Atascadero Middle?
Atascadero Middle has an enrollment of approximately 855 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Atascadero Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Atascadero Middle is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Atascadero Middle rank in CA?
Atascadero Middle ranks #5,392 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Atascadero Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Atascadero Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Atascadero Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Atascadero Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Atascadero Middle a charter school?
No, Atascadero Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Atascadero Middle a Title I school?
No, Atascadero Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Atascadero Middle?
51.2% of students at Atascadero 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 855
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (805) 462-4360
Resources & Links
District
Atascadero Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,338
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,963
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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