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#4423 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Fairview Middle
Middle School · Gonzales Unified
PO Box G, Gonzales, CA 93926
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,423 of 9,539
In Gonzales
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Gonzales Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Fairview Middle
Middle School in Gonzales · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fairview Middle
Fairview Middle is a public middle school in Gonzales, CA, part of Gonzales Unified. Fairview Middle serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,423 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fairview Middle show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fairview 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
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Fairview Middle — Students at Fairview Middle score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Fairview Middle Compares
See how Fairview Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box G, Gonzales, CA 93926
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairview Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Buena Vista Middle (rated 6.6/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Salinas), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Main Street Middle (rated 5.1/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Soledad), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gonzales, see our Gonzales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Gloria Elementary Gonzales | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Gonzales High Gonzales | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Chualar Elementary Chualar | 6.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Frank Ledesma Elementary Soledad | 7.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Rose Ferrero Elementary Soledad | 8.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Soledad High Soledad | 8.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Main Street Middle Soledad | 8.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Pinnacles High Soledad | 8.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Soledad Virtual Academy Soledad | 8.4 mi | 1.9 |
| Soledad Transition Center Soledad | 8.4 mi | — |
| Mission Elementary Soledad | 9.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Jack Franscioni Elementary Soledad | 8.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Gabilan Elementary Soledad | 8.7 mi | 6.2 |
| San Vicente Elementary Soledad | 8.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Buena Vista Middle Salinas | 13.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Bardin Elementary Salinas | 14.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Monte Bella Elementary Salinas | 14.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Cienega Elementary Hollister | 15.8 mi | — |
| Spreckels Elementary Spreckels | 13.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Dr. Oscar F. Loya Elementary Salinas | 15.1 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93926 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,418
Median Home Value
$597,600
Median Rent
$1,515/mo
Population
8,998
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
55.7%
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
28.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairview Middle
What grades does Fairview Middle serve?
Fairview Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fairview Middle?
Fairview Middle has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Middle is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairview Middle rank in CA?
Fairview Middle ranks #4,423 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fairview Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairview Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Fairview Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview Middle has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fairview Middle a charter school?
No, Fairview Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairview Middle a Title I school?
No, Fairview Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairview Middle?
66.5% of students at Fairview 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (831) 675-3704
Resources & Links
District
Gonzales Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,017
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,319
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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