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#4917 of 9,539 schools in CA
Needles Middle
Middle School · Needles Unified
1900 Erin Dr., Needles, CA 92363
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,917 of 9,539
In Needles
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Needles Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Needles Middle
Middle School in Needles · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Needles Middle
Needles Middle is a public middle school in Needles, CA, part of Needles Unified. Needles Middle serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Needles Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,917 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Needles Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Needles 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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Needles Middle — Students at Needles Middle score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Needles Middle Compares
See how Needles Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1900 Erin Dr., Needles, CA 92363
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Needles Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Young Scholars Academy (rated 7.7/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Bullhead City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Camp Mohave Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Mohave), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Desert Star Academy (rated 7.4/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Mohave), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Needles, see our Needles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vista Colorado Elementary Needles | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Needles High Needles | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Educational Training Center Needles | 0.2 mi | — |
| Needles SDA School Needles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Needles Community Day Needles | 0.8 mi | — |
| NEEDLES AG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Needles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Pillar Academy of Business & Finance Phoenix | 1.7 mi | — |
| River Valley High School Mohave Valley | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CRUHSD Academy Bullhead City | 4.6 mi | 3.3 |
| WAVE - River Valley High School Kingman | 4.6 mi | — |
| NotYourRegularChurch Needles | 5.0 mi | — |
| Mohave Valley Connections Academy Mohave Valley | 5.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Mohave Valley Junior High School Mohave Valley | 9.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Academy of Building Industries Fort Mohave | 10.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Desert Star Academy Fort Mohave | 10.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Topock Elementary School Topock | 9.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Fort Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave | 10.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Camp Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave | 13.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Young Scholars Academy Bullhead City | 13.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Fox Creek Jr High School Bullhead City | 16.5 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92363 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,226
Median Home Value
$138,900
Median Rent
$738/mo
Population
5,392
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
56.2%
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
49.6
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|---|---|
| San Pasqual Middle Winterhaven, CA | 6.2 |
| Valley Charter Middle Van Nuys, CA | 6.2 |
| Malibu Middle Malibu, CA | 6.4 |
| Riverview Middle Helendale, CA | 6.4 |
| Team Charter Academy Stockton, CA | 6.4 |
| Charles Maclay Middle Pacoima, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Needles Middle
What grades does Needles Middle serve?
Needles Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Needles Middle?
Needles Middle has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Needles Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Needles Middle is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Needles Middle rank in CA?
Needles Middle ranks #4,917 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Needles Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Needles Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Needles Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Needles Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Needles Middle a charter school?
No, Needles Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Needles Middle a Title I school?
No, Needles Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Needles Middle?
78.2% of students at Needles 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 206
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (760) 326-3894
Resources & Links
District
Needles Unified- District Enrollment
- 930
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,698
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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