Very Good
#2986 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Serrano Middle
Middle School · San Bernardino City Unified
3131 Piedmont Dr., Highland, CA 92346
Enrollment
685
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
685
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,986 of 9,539
In Highland
#2 of 13
public schools
In district
#13 of 71
San Bernardino City Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Serrano Middle
Serrano Middle is a public middle school in Highland, CA, part of San Bernardino City Unified. Serrano Middle serves approximately 685 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Serrano Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,986 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Serrano Middle show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Serrano 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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Serrano Middle — Students at Serrano Middle score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
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: 7.5/10.
How Serrano Middle Compares
See how Serrano 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
3131 Piedmont Dr., Highland, CA 92346
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Serrano Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez PREP Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Bernardino), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Vision Middle (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Ontario), a more accessible option. Additionally, Del Vallejo Middle (rated 5.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Bernardino), a more accessible option. For more schools in Highland, see our Highland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Vision Middle Ontario | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Entrepreneur High Ontario | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Oehl Elementary Highland | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Belvedere Elementary Highland | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| San Andreas High Highland | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HIGHLAND CHURCH DAY CARE CENTER Highland | 1.0 mi | — |
| Highland Pacific Elementary Highland | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Barton Elementary San Bernardino | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Emmerton Elementary San Bernardino | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Cole Elementary Highland | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez PREP Academy San Bernardino | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| St. Adelaide School Highland | 1.7 mi | — |
| San Gorgonio High San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL San Bernardino | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ST ADELAIDE ACADEMY Highland | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| iEmpire Academy Ontario | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Del Vallejo Middle San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Alternative Learning Center San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Virtual Academy San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | — |
| Thompson Elementary Highland | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,818
Median Home Value
$461,500
Median Rent
$1,654/mo
Population
56,956
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Serrano Middle
What grades does Serrano Middle serve?
Serrano Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Serrano Middle?
Serrano Middle has an enrollment of approximately 685 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Serrano Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Serrano Middle is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Serrano Middle rank in CA?
Serrano Middle ranks #2,986 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Serrano Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Serrano 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 Serrano Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Serrano Middle has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Serrano Middle a charter school?
No, Serrano Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Serrano Middle a Title I school?
No, Serrano Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Serrano Middle?
92.4% of students at Serrano 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
- 685
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (909) 388-6530
Resources & Links
District
San Bernardino City Unified- District Enrollment
- 44,712
- Schools in District
- 76
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,064
- District Rank
- #13 of 71
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