Below Average
#7346 of 9,539 schools in CA
Natomas Middle
Middle School · Natomas Unified
3200 North Park Dr., Sacramento, CA 95835
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,346 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#109 of 198
public schools
In district
#12 of 19
Natomas Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Natomas Middle
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About Natomas Middle
Natomas Middle is a public middle school in Sacramento, CA, part of Natomas Unified. Natomas Middle serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Natomas Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,346 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Natomas Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Natomas 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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Natomas Middle — Students at Natomas Middle score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How Natomas Middle Compares
See how Natomas Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3200 North Park Dr., Sacramento, CA 95835
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Natomas Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| H. Allen Hight Elementary Sacramento | 0.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Westlake Charter Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Inderkum High Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Paso Verde Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Heron Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Witter Ranch Elementary Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Natomas Park Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| JIE PING ACADEMY Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Regency Park Elementary Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Natomas Charter Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Shawna Huston Sacramento | 2.5 mi | — |
| SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy Sacramento | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Discovery High Sacramento | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Jefferson Sacramento | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Natomas High Sacramento | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Leroy Greene Academy Sacramento | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Two Rivers Elementary Sacramento | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,413
Median Home Value
$588,300
Median Rent
$2,177/mo
Population
41,678
College Educated
50.6%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Almeria Middle Fontana, CA | 4.9 |
| Davis (Caroline) Intermediate San Jose, CA | 4.9 |
| Elmhurst United Middle Oakland, CA | 4.9 |
| Gifford C. Cole Middle Lancaster, CA | 4.9 |
| Olive Peirce Middle Ramona, CA | 4.9 |
| Ronald W. Reagan Elementary Kingsburg, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Natomas Middle
What grades does Natomas Middle serve?
Natomas Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Natomas Middle?
Natomas Middle has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Natomas Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Natomas Middle is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Natomas Middle rank in CA?
Natomas Middle ranks #7,346 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Natomas Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Natomas Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Natomas Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Natomas Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Natomas Middle a charter school?
No, Natomas Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Natomas Middle a Title I school?
No, Natomas Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Natomas Middle?
78.7% of students at Natomas 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 609
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (916) 567-5540
Resources & Links
District
Natomas Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,950
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,964
- District Rank
- #12 of 19
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