Very Good
#3420 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Lee Middle
Middle School · Woodland Joint Unified
520 West St., Woodland, CA 95695
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Woodland
#6 of 17
public schools
California middle schools
#478 of 1,349
In district
#7 of 17
Woodland Joint Unified
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Very strong
About Lee Middle
Lee Middle, located in Woodland, California, is a regular public middle school serving students in grades 7 through 8. With an enrollment of 654 students and a student-teacher ratio of 19.8:1, Lee Middle provides a supportive learning environment with 33 full-time equivalent teachers. The school is situated in a small suburban area, offering a community feel to its students.
Lee Middle has a MySchoolScout Rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks as the 5613th best school out of 9566 middle schools in California, placing it in the 41st percentile for state ranking. Academically, the school's score is 4.0 out of 10, with 36% of students proficient or above in English Language Arts and Reading, and 19% proficient or above in Math. These scores indicate areas where Lee Middle has room to grow academically but highlights its commitment to student development.
Lee Middle's setting in a small suburban area makes it an integral part of the Woodland community, fostering close relationships between students, teachers, and families.
Score Breakdown
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Lee Middle — Students at Lee Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 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: 8.2/10.
How Lee Middle Compares
See how Lee Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 22% (2019) to 17.55% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 32% (2019) to 36.85% (2024).
Location
520 West St., Woodland, CA 95695
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lee Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Plainfield Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Douglass Middle (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Zamora Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Woodland, see our Woodland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woodland | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| LIFT Global Academy Woodland | 0.2 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Woodland | 0.3 mi | — |
| Dingle Elementary Woodland | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| T. L. Whitehead Elementary Woodland | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Woodland Senior High Woodland | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Freeman Elementary Woodland | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Gibson Elementary Woodland | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Community Woodland | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Douglass Middle Woodland | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Yolo County Special Education Woodland | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Beamer Elementary Woodland | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Rhoda Maxwell Elementary Woodland | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Zamora Elementary Woodland | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Woodland Prairie Elementary Woodland | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| WOODLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Woodland | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary Woodland | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Pioneer High Woodland | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Plainfield Elementary Woodland | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Dan Jacobs Woodland | 3.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95695 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,875
Median Home Value
$493,800
Median Rent
$1,456/mo
Population
38,787
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
37.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lee Middle has a median household income of $78,875. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $493,800, with a median rent of $1,456/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew Carnegie Middle Orangevale, CA | 7.0 |
| Big Bear Middle Big Bear Lake, CA | 7.0 |
| Bohannon Middle San Lorenzo, CA | 7.0 |
| Bret Harte Middle Hayward, CA | 7.0 |
| Bret Harte Preparatory Middle Los Angeles, CA | 7.0 |
| California Middle Sacramento, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lee Middle
What grades does Lee Middle serve?
Lee Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Lee Middle?
Lee Middle has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Lee Middle is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lee Middle rank in CA?
Lee Middle is ranked #3420 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Lee Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Lee Middle has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lee Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lee Middle has 18.7% math proficiency and 35.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lee Middle a charter school?
No, Lee Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lee Middle a Title I school?
No, Lee Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lee Middle?
79.5% of students at Lee 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,703/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Woodland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 654
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Phone
- (530) 662-0251
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Woodland Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,483
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,138
- District Rank
- #7 of 17
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