Below Average
#8022 of 9,539 schools in CA
C. E. Utt Middle
Middle School · Tustin Unified
300 South C St., Tustin, CA 92780
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,022 of 9,539
In Tustin
#21 of 26
public schools
In district
#23 of 28
Tustin Unified
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C. E. Utt Middle
Middle School in Tustin · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About C. E. Utt Middle
C. E. Utt Middle is a public middle school in Tustin, CA, part of Tustin Unified.
C. E. Utt Middle serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
C. E. Utt Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,022 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for C. E. Utt Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
C. E. Utt 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.
Score Breakdown
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C. E. Utt Middle — Students at C. E. Utt Middle score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How C. E. Utt Middle Compares
See how C. E. Utt Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
300 South C St., Tustin, CA 92780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering C. E. Utt Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tustin Connect (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tustin Memorial Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL, NORTH TUSTIN CAMPUS (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby North Tustin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tustin, see our Tustin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillview High (Continuation) Tustin | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| RED HILL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Tustin | 0.4 mi | — |
| Red Hill Lutheran Tustin | 0.5 mi | — |
| RED HILL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tustin | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Grace Global Vision Tustin | 0.7 mi | — |
| W. R. Nelson Elementary Tustin | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| EDGEWOOD PREPRIMARY ACADEMY Tustin | 0.8 mi | — |
| Tustin Connect Tustin | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| OCCS:CHEP/PCHS Tustin | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Tustin High Tustin | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Tustin Memorial Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Newport Avenue Preschool and Kindergarten Tustin | 0.9 mi | — |
| Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary Tustin | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Tustin Ranch Elementary Tustin | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| GRACE HARBOR SCHOOL Tustin | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST CECILIA SCHOOL Tustin | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Fairmont Private Schools Santa Ana | 1.5 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL, NORTH TUSTIN CAMPUS North Tustin | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Columbus Tustin Middle Tustin | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,647
Median Home Value
$832,200
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
54,495
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about C. E. Utt Middle
What grades does C. E. Utt Middle serve?
C. E. Utt Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend C. E. Utt Middle?
C. E. Utt Middle has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at C. E. Utt Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at C. E. Utt 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 C. E. Utt Middle rank in CA?
C. E. Utt Middle ranks #8,022 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is C. E. Utt Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
C. E. Utt Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 C. E. Utt Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, C. E. Utt Middle has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is C. E. Utt Middle a charter school?
No, C. E. Utt Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is C. E. Utt Middle a Title I school?
No, C. E. Utt Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for C. E. Utt Middle?
76.9% of students at C. E. Utt 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (714) 730-7573
Resources & Links
District
Tustin Unified- District Enrollment
- 21,600
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,477
- District Rank
- #23 of 28
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