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Esparto Middle
Middle School · Esparto Unified
26058 Country Road 21A, Esparto, CA 95627
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,838 of 9,539
In Esparto
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Esparto Unified
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Esparto Middle
Middle School in Esparto · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Esparto Middle
Esparto Middle is a public middle school in Esparto, CA, part of Esparto Unified. Esparto Middle serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Esparto Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,838 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Esparto Middle show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Esparto 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.
Esparto Middle runs 22.8:1 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.
Esparto Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Esparto Middle — Students at Esparto Middle score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 6.5/10.
How Esparto Middle Compares
See how Esparto Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
26058 Country Road 21A, Esparto, CA 95627
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esparto Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lee Middle (rated 5.5/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Woodland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Winters Middle (rated 4.7/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Winters), a more accessible option. For more schools in Esparto, see our Esparto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Esparto Elementary Esparto | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Esparto High Esparto | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Madison Community High Esparto | 3.0 mi | — |
| Shirley Rominger Intermediate Winters | 11.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Winters Middle Winters | 11.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Winters High Winters | 11.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Wolfskill High Winters | 11.9 mi | — |
| Waggoner Elementary Winters | 12.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Plainfield Elementary Woodland | 11.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Cache Creek High (Continuation) Yolo | 12.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Rhoda Maxwell Elementary Woodland | 12.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Yolo County Special Education Woodland | 12.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Cesar Chavez Community Woodland | 12.4 mi | 6.3 |
| T. L. Whitehead Elementary Woodland | 12.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Zamora Elementary Woodland | 12.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Fairfield Elementary Davis | 14.1 mi | 9.0 |
| LIFT Global Academy Woodland | 12.8 mi | — |
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woodland | 12.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Woodland Senior High Woodland | 12.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Lee Middle Woodland | 13.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95627 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,265
Median Home Value
$477,900
Median Rent
$1,402/mo
Population
3,935
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
31.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Bridges Academy San Jose, CA | 5.8 |
| Briggs Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 5.8 |
| Sierra Vista Middle La Puente, CA | 5.8 |
| Middletown Middle Middletown, CA | 5.7 |
| STRATFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 5.7 |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy of Long Beach Long Beach, CA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esparto Middle
What grades does Esparto Middle serve?
Esparto Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Esparto Middle?
Esparto Middle has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esparto Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Esparto Middle is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Esparto Middle rank in CA?
Esparto Middle ranks #5,838 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Esparto Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Esparto Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Esparto Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Esparto Middle has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Esparto Middle a charter school?
No, Esparto Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Esparto Middle a Title I school?
No, Esparto Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esparto Middle?
83.8% of students at Esparto 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
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.7%
- Phone
- (530) 787-4151
Resources & Links
District
Esparto Unified- District Enrollment
- 997
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,041
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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