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Atwater Senior Academy
Middle School · Atwater Elementary
1753 Fifth St., Atwater, CA 95301
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Strong
About Atwater Senior Academy
Atwater Senior Academy is a public middle school in Atwater, CA, part of the Atwater Elementary. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Students demonstrate 13% proficiency in math, 23 points below the state average and 24% in reading/language arts, 23 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $66,669, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 8 students, Atwater Senior Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Atwater Senior Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 1753 Fifth St., Atwater, CA 95301
- Website
- aesd.edu
- Phone
- (209) 357-6515
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 0% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 23.08% (2024).
Location
1753 Fifth St., Atwater, CA 95301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Atwater Senior Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bellevue Senior Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away). Another option is Mitchell Intermediate (rated 6.1/10, 0.2 miles away). Additionally, Winton Middle (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Winton). For more schools in Atwater, see our Atwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Elementary Atwater | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Mitchell Intermediate Atwater | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Elmer Wood Elementary Atwater | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Atwater High Atwater | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas Olaeta Elementary Atwater | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Valley Atwater Community Merced | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Shaffer Elementary Atwater | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Peggy Heller Elementary Atwater | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Winton Middle Winton | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Bellevue Elementary Atwater | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Frank Sparkes Elementary Winton | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Bellevue Senior Elementary Atwater | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Winfield Elementary Winton | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Sybil N. Crookham Elementary Winton | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Buhach Colony High Atwater | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| GRACE MENNONITE SCHOOL Winton | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| McSwain Elementary Merced | 4.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Franklin Elementary Merced | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Stone Ridge Christian Elementary School Merced | 4.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,669
Median Home Value
$367,800
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
42,374
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
56.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
34.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Atwater Senior Academy has a median household income of $66,669. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $367,800, with a median rent of $1,215/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Atwater Senior Academy
What grades does Atwater Senior Academy serve?
Atwater Senior Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Atwater Senior Academy?
Atwater Senior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Atwater Senior Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Atwater Senior Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Atwater Senior Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Atwater Senior Academy has 12.5% math proficiency and 24.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Atwater Senior Academy a charter school?
No, Atwater Senior Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Atwater Senior Academy a Title I school?
No, Atwater Senior Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,969/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Atwater). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Merced County
- Phone
- (209) 357-6515
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Atwater Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,959
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
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