Modoc Middle

Modoc Middle is a regular public middle school located in the remote rural area of Alturas, California. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 202 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20.2:1 with ten full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Modoc Middle places it at the lower end of the state ranking in California, coming in at number 8474 out of 9566 schools.

This translates to an 11th percentile ranking and a MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. In terms of proficiency rates, only 31% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while the math proficiency rate is even lower at 16%. Despite these numbers, Modoc Middle continues to focus on student development and academic growth within its unique rural setting.

The school's location in Alturas means it is an integral part of a close-knit community, providing students with a supportive environment as they navigate middle school.

The student-teacher ratio at Modoc Middle is 20.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Located in a rural area, Modoc Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.