Excellent
#1552 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Sequoia Middle
Middle School · Fresno Unified
4050 East Hamilton Ave., Fresno, CA 93702
Enrollment
905
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
905
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,552 of 9,539
In Fresno
#23 of 175
public schools
In district
#12 of 98
Fresno Unified
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Sequoia Middle
Sequoia Middle is a public middle school in Fresno, CA, part of Fresno Unified. Sequoia Middle serves approximately 905 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,552 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sequoia Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Sequoia 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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Sequoia Middle — Students at Sequoia Middle score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Sequoia Middle Compares
See how Sequoia Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4050 East Hamilton Ave., Fresno, CA 93702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sequoia Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Vang Pao Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ann B. Leavenworth (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fresno, see our Fresno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vang Pao Elementary Fresno | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Winchell Elementary Fresno | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Ezekiel Balderas Elementary Fresno | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Calwa Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Jackson Elementary Fresno | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Lane Elementary Fresno | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Roosevelt High Fresno | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Aynesworth Elementary Fresno | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Cambridge Continuation High Fresno | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Rowell Elementary Fresno | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Mario G. Olmos Elementary Fresno | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Burroughs Elementary Fresno | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Ann B. Leavenworth Fresno | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Miguel Hidalgo Elementary Fresno | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Elizabeth Terronez Middle Fresno | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary Fresno | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Kirk Elementary Fresno | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Juan Felipe Herrera Elementary Fresno | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| David L. Greenberg Elementary Fresno | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,849
Median Home Value
$211,900
Median Rent
$1,110/mo
Population
45,241
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
34.2%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
29.7
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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 905 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sequoia 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 Sequoia Middle rank in CA?
Sequoia Middle ranks #1,552 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sequoia Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sequoia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% 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?
99.3% 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
- 905
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (559) 457-3210
Resources & Links
District
Fresno Unified- District Enrollment
- 68,568
- Schools in District
- 101
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,983
- District Rank
- #12 of 98
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