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#4088 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
John Muir Middle
Middle School · Corcoran Joint Unified
707 Letts Ave., Corcoran, CA 93212
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,088 of 9,539
In Corcoran
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Corcoran Joint Unified
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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John Muir Middle
Middle School in Corcoran · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Muir Middle
John Muir Middle is a public middle school in Corcoran, CA, part of Corcoran Joint Unified. John Muir Middle serves approximately 764 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Muir Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,088 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Muir Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John Muir 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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John Muir Middle — Students at John Muir Middle score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 7.9/10.
How John Muir Middle Compares
See how John Muir Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
707 Letts Ave., Corcoran, CA 93212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Muir Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Corcoran High (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Buena Vista Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Tulare), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Valley Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Tulare), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corcoran, see our Corcoran schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John C. Fremont Elementary Corcoran | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Corcoran High Corcoran | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Mission Community Day Corcoran | 0.4 mi | — |
| Bret Harte Elementary Corcoran | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Kings Lake Education Center Corcoran | 0.6 mi | — |
| Corcoran Academy Corcoran | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mark Twain Elementary Corcoran | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Waukena Joint Union Elementary Tulare | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lakeside Elementary Hanford | 10.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Tulare | 9.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Oak Valley Elementary Tulare | 12.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Palo Verde Elementary Tulare | 12.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Hanford | 14.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Hanford Elementary Community Day Hanford | 15.0 mi | — |
| Pleasant Elementary Tulare | 13.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Hanford | 15.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Kit Carson Elementary Hanford | 15.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Mid Valley Alternative Charter Hanford | 15.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Mulcahy Middle Tulare | 13.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Tulare | 13.3 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,149
Median Home Value
$220,500
Median Rent
$1,030/mo
Population
23,407
College Educated
3.6%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Muir Middle
What grades does John Muir Middle serve?
John Muir Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John Muir Middle?
John Muir Middle has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Muir Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John Muir Middle is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Muir Middle rank in CA?
John Muir Middle ranks #4,088 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Muir Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John Muir Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 John Muir Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Muir Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Muir Middle a charter school?
No, John Muir Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Muir Middle a Title I school?
No, John Muir Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Muir Middle?
91.8% of students at John Muir 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
- 764
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (559) 992-8888
Resources & Links
District
Corcoran Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,201
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,549
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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