Very Good
#2859 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Ross (faye) Middle
Middle School · ABC Unified
17707 Elaine Ave., Artesia, CA 90701
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,859 of 9,539
In Artesia
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#22 of 30
ABC Unified
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Ross (faye) Middle
Middle School in Artesia · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ross (faye) Middle
Ross (faye) Middle is a public middle school in Artesia, CA, part of ABC Unified. Ross (faye) Middle serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ross (faye) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,859 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ross (faye) Middle show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Ross (faye) Middle runs 22.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Ross (faye) Middle — Students at Ross (faye) Middle score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.2/10.
How Ross (faye) Middle Compares
See how Ross (faye) 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
17707 Elaine Ave., Artesia, CA 90701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ross (faye) Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Carver (Charles J.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABC Virtual Academy (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wittmann (Helen) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Artesia, see our Artesia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Juarez (Benito) Elementary Cerritos | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ABC Virtual Academy Cerritos | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Kennedy (John F.) Elementary Artesia | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia | 0.5 mi | — |
| Our Lady of Fatima Artesia | 0.6 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Artesia | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Tracy (Wilbur) High (Continuation) Cerritos | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) Cerritos | 0.7 mi | — |
| Niemes (John H.) Elementary Artesia | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Cerritos High Cerritos | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Gahr (Richard) High Cerritos | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| FECC CHILDREN ACADEMY Cerritos | 1.1 mi | — |
| Nixon (Patricia) Elementary Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Bragg Elementary Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Wittmann (Helen) Elementary Cerritos | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Earl E. Edmondson Elementary Norwalk | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,712
Median Home Value
$763,700
Median Rent
$2,276/mo
Population
16,044
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ross (faye) Middle
What grades does Ross (faye) Middle serve?
Ross (faye) Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Ross (faye) Middle?
Ross (faye) Middle has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ross (faye) Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ross (faye) Middle is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ross (faye) Middle rank in CA?
Ross (faye) Middle ranks #2,859 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ross (faye) Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ross (faye) Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Ross (faye) Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ross (faye) Middle has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ross (faye) Middle a charter school?
No, Ross (faye) Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ross (faye) Middle a Title I school?
No, Ross (faye) Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ross (faye) Middle?
74.6% of students at Ross (faye) 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (562) 229-7785
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #22 of 30
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