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#6911 of 9,539 schools in CA
Fort Bragg Middle
Middle School · Fort Bragg Unified
500 Harold St., Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,911 of 9,539
In Fort Bragg
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Fort Bragg Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Fort Bragg Middle
Middle School in Fort Bragg · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fort Bragg Middle
Fort Bragg Middle is a public middle school in Fort Bragg, CA, part of Fort Bragg Unified. Fort Bragg Middle serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Bragg Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,911 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Bragg Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Fort Bragg 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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Fort Bragg Middle — Students at Fort Bragg Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Fort Bragg Middle Compares
See how Fort Bragg Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 Harold St., Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Bragg Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mendocino High (rated 8.6/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Mendocino), which scores notably higher. Another option is Three Rivers Charter (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mendocino K-8 (rated 7.6/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Mendocino), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Bragg, see our Fort Bragg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose Sanchez Del Rio Catholic School Fort Bragg | 0.6 mi | — |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Bragg | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Noyo High (Continuation) Fort Bragg | 0.7 mi | — |
| Lighthouse Community Day Fort Bragg | 0.7 mi | — |
| Shelter Cove Fort Bragg | 0.7 mi | — |
| Dana Gray Elementary Fort Bragg | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Fort Bragg High Fort Bragg | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Montessori del Mar Community School Fort Bragg | 1.7 mi | — |
| Noyo Hill Private School Fort Bragg | 2.0 mi | — |
| Three Rivers Charter Fort Bragg | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Mendocino K-8 Mendocino | 9.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Mendocino Sunrise High Mendocino | 9.7 mi | — |
| Mendocino High Mendocino | 9.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Mendocino Alternative Mendocino | 9.7 mi | — |
| Albion Elementary Albion | 16.4 mi | — |
| Comptche Elementary Comptche | 16.6 mi | — |
| Sherwood Willits | 19.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Laytonville High Laytonville | 23.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Laytonville Elementary Laytonville | 23.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Leggett Valley High Leggett | 29.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95437 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,061
Median Home Value
$541,400
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
15,106
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
58%
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
50.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Bragg Middle
What grades does Fort Bragg Middle serve?
Fort Bragg Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fort Bragg Middle?
Fort Bragg Middle has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Bragg Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Bragg Middle is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Bragg Middle rank in CA?
Fort Bragg Middle ranks #6,911 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fort Bragg Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Bragg Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Fort Bragg Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Bragg Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fort Bragg Middle a charter school?
No, Fort Bragg Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Bragg Middle a Title I school?
No, Fort Bragg Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Bragg Middle?
77.7% of students at Fort Bragg 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
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Mendocino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (707) 961-2870
Resources & Links
District
Fort Bragg Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,678
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,492
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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