Below Average
#8349 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ishi Hills Middle
Middle School · Oroville City Elementary
2795 Yard St., Oroville, CA 95966
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,349 of 9,539
In Oroville
#16 of 22
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Oroville City Elementary
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Ishi Hills Middle
Ishi Hills Middle is a public middle school in Oroville, CA, part of Oroville City Elementary. Ishi Hills Middle serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ishi Hills Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,349 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ishi Hills Middle show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Ishi Hills 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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Ishi Hills Middle — Students at Ishi Hills Middle score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Ishi Hills Middle Compares
See how Ishi Hills Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2795 Yard St., Oroville, CA 95966
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ishi Hills Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ipakanni Early College Charter (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Helen M. Wilcox Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakdale Heights Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oroville, see our Oroville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford Avenue Elementary Oroville | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| OROVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oroville | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Wyandotte Academy Oroville | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| The Studios @ Central Oroville | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Oroville High Oroville | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| BASES Learning Center Oroville | 1.1 mi | — |
| Come Back Butte Charter Oroville | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Ipakanni Early College Charter Oroville | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Las Plumas High Oroville | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Helen M. Wilcox Elementary Oroville | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Oakdale Heights Elementary Oroville | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| St. Thomas the Apostle Oroville | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oroville | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Golden Hills Elementary Oroville | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Ophir Elementary Oroville | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Prospect High (Continuation) Oroville | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| STREAM Charter Oroville | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Oroville High Community Day Oroville | 2.4 mi | — |
| Table Mountain Oroville | 2.8 mi | — |
| Plumas Avenue Elementary Oroville | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95966 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,948
Median Home Value
$309,300
Median Rent
$1,124/mo
Population
29,335
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ishi Hills Middle
What grades does Ishi Hills Middle serve?
Ishi Hills Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ishi Hills Middle?
Ishi Hills Middle has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ishi Hills Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ishi Hills Middle is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ishi Hills Middle rank in CA?
Ishi Hills Middle ranks #8,349 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ishi Hills Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ishi Hills Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Ishi Hills Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ishi Hills Middle has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ishi Hills Middle a charter school?
No, Ishi Hills Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ishi Hills Middle a Title I school?
No, Ishi Hills Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ishi Hills Middle?
74.3% of students at Ishi Hills 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
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Butte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (530) 532-3078
Resources & Links
District
Oroville City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,055
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,758
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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