Very Good
#2209 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Sequoia Middle
Middle School · Porterville Unified
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,209 of 9,539
In Porterville
#4 of 33
public schools
In district
#3 of 21
Porterville Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Sequoia Middle
Middle School in Porterville · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sequoia Middle
Sequoia Middle is a public middle school in Porterville, CA, part of Porterville Unified. Sequoia Middle serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,209 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sequoia Middle show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Sequoia Middle — Students at Sequoia Middle score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Sequoia Middle Compares
See how Sequoia Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sequoia Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Burton Middle (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bartlett Middle (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Porterville, see our Porterville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westfield Elementary Porterville | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Butterfield Charter Porterville | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Porterville Military Academy Porterville | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Vine Street Community Day Porterville | 0.6 mi | — |
| Monache High Porterville | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Porterville | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Porterville | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Sequoia Christian Academey Porterville Porterville | 1.4 mi | — |
| West Putnam Elementary Porterville | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| William R. Buckley Elementary Porterville | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Burton Middle Porterville | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Bartlett Middle Porterville | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Porterville | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Burton Elementary Porterville | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Porterville High Porterville | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Burton Community Day Porterville | 2.2 mi | — |
| Citrus High Porterville | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Jim Maples Academy Porterville | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Summit Charter Academy Porterville | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,261
Median Home Value
$276,400
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
79,340
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
30.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sequoia Middle
What grades does Sequoia Middle serve?
Sequoia Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Sequoia Middle?
Sequoia Middle has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Middle is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sequoia Middle rank in CA?
Sequoia Middle ranks #2,209 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sequoia Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sequoia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Sequoia Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoia Middle has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sequoia Middle a charter school?
No, Sequoia Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sequoia Middle a Title I school?
No, Sequoia Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sequoia Middle?
58.3% of students at Sequoia 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
- 521
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (559) 788-0923
Resources & Links
District
Porterville Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,963
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,988
- District Rank
- #3 of 21
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