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#9043 of 9,539 schools in CA
Santa Rosa Middle
Middle School · Santa Rosa High
500 E St., Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,043 of 9,539
In Santa Rosa
#57 of 62
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
Santa Rosa High
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Santa Rosa Middle
Middle School in Santa Rosa · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Santa Rosa Middle
Santa Rosa Middle is a public middle school in Santa Rosa, CA, part of Santa Rosa High. Santa Rosa Middle serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Rosa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,043 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Rosa Middle show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Santa Rosa 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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Santa Rosa Middle — Students at Santa Rosa Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 2.1/10.
How Santa Rosa Middle Compares
See how Santa Rosa 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
500 E St., Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Rosa Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Santa Rosa French-American Charter (SRFACS) (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kid Street Charter (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sheppard Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW HORIZON SCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Santa Rosa | 0.2 mi | — |
| Santa Rosa Charter School for the Arts Santa Rosa | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Santa Rosa High Santa Rosa | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Kid Street Charter Santa Rosa | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Santa Rosa French-American Charter (SRFACS) Santa Rosa | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Ridgway High (Continuation) Santa Rosa | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Proctor Terrace Elementary Santa Rosa | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Brook Hill Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Steele Lane Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| ST EUGENE'S CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Santa Rosa | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Eugene Cathedral School Santa Rosa | 1.2 mi | — |
| Quest Forward High School Santa Rosa | 1.4 mi | — |
| Kawana Springs Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Roseland Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Montgomery High Santa Rosa | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Rosa | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Pivot Charter School - North Bay Santa Rosa | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Hidden Valley Elementary Santa Rosa | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Sheppard Elementary Santa Rosa | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,802
Median Home Value
$865,900
Median Rent
$1,890/mo
Population
37,317
College Educated
45.2%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Rosa Middle
What grades does Santa Rosa Middle serve?
Santa Rosa Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Santa Rosa Middle?
Santa Rosa Middle has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa Middle is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Rosa Middle rank in CA?
Santa Rosa Middle ranks #9,043 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santa Rosa Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Rosa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Santa Rosa Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Rosa Middle has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santa Rosa Middle a charter school?
No, Santa Rosa Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Rosa Middle a Title I school?
No, Santa Rosa Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Rosa Middle?
51.3% of students at Santa Rosa 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (707) 890-3865
Resources & Links
District
Santa Rosa High- District Enrollment
- 9,941
- Schools in District
- 12
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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