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Badger Springs Middle

Middle School · Moreno Valley Unified

24750 Delphinium Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553

Enrollment

1,069

Student-Teacher

22.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,780 of 9,539

In Moreno Valley

#24 of 47

public schools

In district

#22 of 38

Moreno Valley Unified

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Badger Springs Middle

5.3/10

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

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About Badger Springs Middle

Badger Springs Middle is a public middle school in Moreno Valley, CA, part of Moreno Valley Unified. Badger Springs Middle serves approximately 1,069 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Badger Springs Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,780 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Badger Springs Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Badger Springs Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Badger Springs Middle runs 22.7:1 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.

37% of students at Badger Springs 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 Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.2 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,501
Chronic Absenteeism36.7%

Badger Springs Middle — Students at Badger Springs Middle score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 19.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 30.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
22%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2011
Math
24%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
13%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
13%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
10.3%
ELA
24.7%
2024
Math
13%
ELA
24.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Badger Springs Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in CA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

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

24750 Delphinium Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Badger Springs Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is March Middle (rated 4.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sunnymead Middle (rated 4.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Moreno Valley, see our Moreno Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Bayside Community Day Moreno Valley 0.2 mi 6.6
Moreno Valley Online Academy Moreno Valley 0.2 mi 5.6
Chaparral Hills Elementary Moreno Valley 0.2 mi 3.8
Serrano Elementary Moreno Valley 0.5 mi 4.5
Armada Elementary Moreno Valley 0.6 mi 7.2
Ramona Elementary Moreno Valley 1.0 mi 3.0
Leadership Military Academy Moreno Valley 1.1 mi 8.1
March Middle Moreno Valley 1.1 mi 4.8
Hendrick Ranch Elementary Moreno Valley 1.1 mi 3.8
Rainbow Ridge Elementary Moreno Valley 1.2 mi 4.1
Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM Moreno Valley 1.2 mi 5.2
Journey Ontario 1.2 mi 6.4
March Mountain High Moreno Valley 1.4 mi 6.6
March Valley Moreno Valley 1.4 mi 5.9
Creekside Elementary Moreno Valley 1.3 mi 4.8
Victoriano Elementary Moreno Valley 1.5 mi 5.1
Sunnymead Elementary Moreno Valley 1.6 mi 5.4
Butterfield Language Academy Moreno Valley 1.6 mi 8.1
Vista del Lago High Moreno Valley 1.5 mi 7.0
Sunnymead Middle Moreno Valley 1.9 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,344

Median Home Value

$413,000

Median Rent

$1,892/mo

Population

73,189

College Educated

13.1%

Homeownership

50.3%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

31

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Badger Springs Middle

What grades does Badger Springs Middle serve?

Badger Springs Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Badger Springs Middle?

Badger Springs Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,069 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Badger Springs Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Badger Springs Middle is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Badger Springs Middle rank in CA?

Badger Springs Middle ranks #6,780 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Badger Springs Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Badger Springs Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Badger Springs Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Badger Springs Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Badger Springs Middle a charter school?

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

Is Badger Springs Middle a Title I school?

No, Badger Springs Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

93.2% of students at Badger Springs 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
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,069
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Riverside County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

District

Moreno Valley Unified
District Enrollment
31,344
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,501
District Rank
#22 of 38

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