Below Average
#7899 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cedar Middle
Middle School · Hesperia Unified
13565 Cedar St., Hesperia, CA 92344
Enrollment
1,043
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,043
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,899 of 9,539
In Hesperia
#13 of 29
public schools
In district
#10 of 25
Hesperia Unified
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Cedar Middle
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About Cedar Middle
Cedar Middle is a public middle school in Hesperia, CA, part of Hesperia Unified. Cedar Middle serves approximately 1,043 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,899 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cedar Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 3.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cedar 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.
Cedar Middle runs 24.3:1 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.
35% of students at Cedar 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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Cedar Middle — Students at Cedar Middle score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.7%
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.
* 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: 6.6/10.
How Cedar Middle Compares
See how Cedar Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13565 Cedar St., Hesperia, CA 92344
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mojave River Academy - Rockview Park (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Oro Grande), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pathways to College K8 (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summit Leadership Academy-High Desert (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hesperia, see our Hesperia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mesquite Trails Elementary Hesperia | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Mission Crest Elementary Hesperia | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Canyon Ridge High Hesperia | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Summit Leadership Academy-High Desert Hesperia | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Oak Hills High Oak Hills | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Mirus Secondary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Cottonwood Elementary Hesperia | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| Mojave River Academy - Rockview Park Oro Grande | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Topaz Preparatory Academy Hesperia | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Hesperia High Hesperia | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Maple Elementary Hesperia | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Just 4 Kids Academy Hesperia | 2.6 mi | — |
| Shadow Ridge Hesperia | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Hesperia Junior High Hesperia | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Cypress School of the Arts Hesperia | 3.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Joshua Circle Elementary Hesperia | 3.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Pathways to College K8 Hesperia | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Mesa Grande Elementary Hesperia | 3.4 mi | 2.4 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hesperia | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Hollyvale Elementary Victorville | 4.1 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,909
Median Home Value
$454,100
Median Rent
$2,117/mo
Population
20,671
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
46.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
33.5
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| Mountain View Middle Beaumont, CA | 4.5 |
| Riverview Middle Bay Point, CA | 4.5 |
| Roosevelt Middle Vista, CA | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Middle
What grades does Cedar Middle serve?
Cedar Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Cedar Middle?
Cedar Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,043 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Middle is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Middle rank in CA?
Cedar Middle ranks #7,899 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cedar Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar 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 Cedar Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cedar Middle a charter school?
No, Cedar Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Middle a Title I school?
No, Cedar Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Middle?
50.7% of students at Cedar 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,043
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (760) 244-6093
Resources & Links
District
Hesperia Unified- District Enrollment
- 23,382
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,572
- District Rank
- #10 of 25
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