Very Good
#3263 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Kings Canyon Middle
Middle School · Fresno Unified
5117 East Tulare St., Fresno, CA 93727
Enrollment
915
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
915
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,263 of 9,539
In Fresno
#66 of 175
public schools
In district
#42 of 98
Fresno Unified
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Kings Canyon Middle
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About Kings Canyon Middle
Kings Canyon Middle is a public middle school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. Kings Canyon Middle serves approximately 915 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kings Canyon Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,263 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kings Canyon Middle show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Kings Canyon 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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Kings Canyon Middle — Students at Kings Canyon Middle score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Kings Canyon Middle Compares
See how Kings Canyon Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5117 East Tulare St., Fresno, CA 93727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kings Canyon Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. David L. Greenberg Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FRESNO ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sierra Charter (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Easterby Elementary Fresno | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Mollie S. Bakman Elementary Fresno | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| David L. Greenberg Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Turner Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Sunnyside High Fresno | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ST HELENS SCHOOL Fresno | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Helen Fresno | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mario G. Olmos Elementary Fresno | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Ayer Elementary Fresno | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| FRESNO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Fresno | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Cambridge Continuation High Fresno | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Burroughs Elementary Fresno | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Ewing Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Fresno Adventist Academy Fresno | 1.2 mi | — |
| Lane Elementary Fresno | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fresno | 1.5 mi | — |
| Sierra Charter Fresno | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Violet Heintz Education Academy Fresno | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Elizabeth Terronez Middle Fresno | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Juan Felipe Herrera Elementary Fresno | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,247
Median Home Value
$370,300
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
83,630
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kings Canyon Middle
What grades does Kings Canyon Middle serve?
Kings Canyon Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Kings Canyon Middle?
Kings Canyon Middle has an enrollment of approximately 915 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kings Canyon Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Kings Canyon Middle is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kings Canyon Middle rank in CA?
Kings Canyon Middle ranks #3,263 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kings Canyon Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Kings Canyon Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Kings Canyon Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kings Canyon Middle has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kings Canyon Middle a charter school?
No, Kings Canyon Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kings Canyon Middle a Title I school?
No, Kings Canyon Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kings Canyon Middle?
95.7% of students at Kings Canyon 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 915
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (559) 253-6470
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #42 of 98
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