Below Average
#7558 of 9,539 schools in CA
Piute Middle
Middle School · Lancaster Elementary
425 East Avenue H-11, Lancaster, CA 93535
Enrollment
767
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
767
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,558 of 9,539
In Lancaster
#17 of 47
public schools
In district
#6 of 22
Lancaster Elementary
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Piute Middle
Middle School in Lancaster · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Piute Middle
Piute Middle is a public middle school in Lancaster, CA, part of Lancaster Elementary. Piute Middle serves approximately 767 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Piute Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,558 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Piute Middle show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Piute Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Piute Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
49% of students at Piute 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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Piute Middle — Students at Piute Middle score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 6.5/10.
How Piute Middle Compares
See how Piute 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
425 East Avenue H-11, Lancaster, CA 93535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piute Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Phoenix High Community Day (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix High Community Day Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Desert Winds Continuation High Lancaster | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Linda Verde Elementary Lancaster | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Antelope Valley High Lancaster | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| El Dorado Elementary Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| League of Angels Learning Center Lancaster | 1.2 mi | — |
| EMPOWERED CHURCH INTERNATIONAL/ LEARNING ACADEMY Lancaster | 1.3 mi | — |
| Seton, Inc. Lancaster | 1.4 mi | — |
| Mariposa Elementary Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ANTELOPE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Antelope Valley Adventist School Lancaster | 1.4 mi | — |
| Journey Int'l Cultural STEAM Academy Lancaster | 1.6 mi | — |
| Life Source International Charter Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Discovery Lancaster | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Grace Lutheran Elementary Lancaster | 1.7 mi | — |
| Joshua Elementary Lancaster | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| LANCASTER-MONTESSORI PRE SCHOOL INC. Lancaster | 1.8 mi | — |
| RISE Lancaster | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,989
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
80,478
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
31.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alder Middle Fontana, CA | 4.8 |
| Barbara Worth Junior High Brawley, CA | 4.8 |
| Buena Park Middle Buena Park, CA | 4.8 |
| Chemawa Middle Riverside, CA | 4.8 |
| Desert Springs Middle Desert Hot Springs, CA | 4.8 |
| Isbell Middle Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piute Middle
What grades does Piute Middle serve?
Piute Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Piute Middle?
Piute Middle has an enrollment of approximately 767 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piute Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Piute Middle is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piute Middle rank in CA?
Piute Middle ranks #7,558 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Piute Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Piute Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Piute Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piute Middle has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Piute Middle a charter school?
No, Piute Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Piute Middle a Title I school?
No, Piute Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piute Middle?
90.9% of students at Piute 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
- 767
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.9%
- Phone
- (661) 942-9508
Resources & Links
District
Lancaster Elementary- District Enrollment
- 13,832
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,710
- District Rank
- #6 of 22
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