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Bartlett Middle

Middle School · Porterville Unified

600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,807 of 9,539

In Porterville

#16 of 33

public schools

In district

#12 of 21

Porterville Unified

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Bartlett Middle

6.3/10

Middle School in Porterville · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bartlett Middle

Bartlett Middle is a public middle school in Porterville, CA, part of Porterville Unified. Bartlett Middle serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bartlett Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,807 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Bartlett Middle show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Bartlett 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,988
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Bartlett Middle — Students at Bartlett Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 24.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.7% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 29.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 28 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
44%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
22.2%
ELA
25.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Bartlett Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in CA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Location

600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bartlett Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sequoia Middle (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pioneer Middle (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Porterville, see our Porterville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANNE SCHOOL Porterville 0.1 mi 6.5
Belleview Elementary Porterville 0.2 mi 4.4
Olive Street Elementary Porterville 0.5 mi 7.5
Porterville High Porterville 0.5 mi 6.8
Roche Elementary Porterville 0.7 mi 6.6
Sequoia Christian Academey Porterville Porterville 0.8 mi
Citrus High Porterville 1.0 mi 4.2
Santa Fe Elementary Porterville 1.1 mi 7.8
Monte Vista Elementary Porterville 1.2 mi 5.1
Los Robles Elementary Porterville 1.3 mi 5.4
Vine Street Community Day Porterville 1.5 mi
West Putnam Elementary Porterville 1.4 mi 4.0
Butterfield Charter Porterville 1.6 mi 5.5
Porterville Military Academy Porterville 1.6 mi 6.1
Pioneer Middle Porterville 1.8 mi 7.1
Vandalia Elementary Porterville 1.8 mi 5.6
Westfield Elementary Porterville 1.7 mi 6.1
Monache High Porterville 1.7 mi 7.4
John J. Doyle Elementary Porterville 1.8 mi 7.0
Sequoia Middle Porterville 2.0 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,261

Median Home Value

$276,400

Median Rent

$1,086/mo

Population

79,340

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

55.4%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

30.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bartlett Middle

What grades does Bartlett Middle serve?

Bartlett Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Bartlett Middle?

Bartlett Middle has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bartlett Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Bartlett Middle is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bartlett Middle rank in CA?

Bartlett Middle ranks #4,807 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Bartlett Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Bartlett Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Bartlett Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bartlett Middle has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bartlett Middle a charter school?

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

Is Bartlett Middle a Title I school?

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

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

75.3% of students at Bartlett 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Tulare County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

Porterville Unified
District Enrollment
13,963
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,988
District Rank
#12 of 21

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