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Lee Middle

Middle School · Woodland Joint Unified

520 West St., Woodland, CA 95695

Enrollment

654

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,508 of 9,539

In Woodland

#11 of 17

public schools

In district

#12 of 17

Woodland Joint Unified

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Lee Middle

5.5/10

Middle School in Woodland · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lee Middle

Lee Middle is a public middle school in Woodland, CA, part of Woodland Joint Unified. Lee Middle serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,508 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Lee Middle show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Lee 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment6.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,138
Chronic Absenteeism33.2%

Lee Middle — Students at Lee Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 28.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.7% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 41.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
30%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
19.4%
ELA
29.6%
2024
Math
17.6%
ELA
36.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How Lee Middle Compares

See how Lee Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in CA
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

520 West St., Woodland, CA 95695

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lee Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pioneer High (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Plainfield Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodland Senior High (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 3.2
T. L. Whitehead Elementary Woodland 0.6 mi 4.1
Woodland Senior High Woodland 0.8 mi 7.2
Freeman Elementary Woodland 0.9 mi 6.3
Gibson Elementary Woodland 1.0 mi 5.8
Cesar Chavez Community Woodland 0.9 mi 6.3
Douglass Middle Woodland 0.9 mi 7.2
Yolo County Special Education Woodland 0.9 mi 5.1
Beamer Elementary Woodland 1.0 mi 5.2
Rhoda Maxwell Elementary Woodland 1.0 mi 4.0
Zamora Elementary Woodland 1.3 mi 6.0
Woodland Prairie Elementary Woodland 1.8 mi 5.8
WOODLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Woodland 2.0 mi 4.1
Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary Woodland 2.4 mi 4.5
Pioneer High Woodland 2.5 mi 7.5
Plainfield Elementary Woodland 3.0 mi 7.3
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

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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 ranks #6,508 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Lee Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Lee Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Lee Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Middle has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

District

Woodland Joint Unified
District Enrollment
9,483
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,138
District Rank
#12 of 17

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