Below Average
#7626 of 9,539 schools in CA
Somerset Middle
Middle School · Sylvan Union Elementary
1037 Floyd Ave., Modesto, CA 95350
Enrollment
957
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
957
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,626 of 9,539
In Modesto
#45 of 70
public schools
In district
#9 of 13
Sylvan Union Elementary
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Somerset Middle
Middle School in Modesto · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Somerset Middle
Somerset Middle is a public middle school in Modesto, CA, part of Sylvan Union Elementary. Somerset Middle serves approximately 957 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Somerset Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,626 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Somerset Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Somerset Middle runs 21.3:1 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.
31% of students at Somerset 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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Somerset Middle — Students at Somerset Middle score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 3.7/10.
How Somerset Middle Compares
See how Somerset Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1037 Floyd Ave., Modesto, CA 95350
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Somerset Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Connecting Waters Charter School - Central Valley (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stockard Coffee Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Modesto, see our Modesto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sylvan Elementary Modesto | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Sherwood Elementary Modesto | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Standiford Elementary Modesto | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Coleman F. Brown Elementary Modesto | 0.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Learner's Academy Modesto | 0.9 mi | — |
| Robert Elliott Alternative Education Center Modesto | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Fred C. Beyer High Modesto | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ORANGEBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Modesto | 1.1 mi | — |
| Stockard Coffee Elementary Modesto | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Thomas Downey High Modesto | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Modesto | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Elihu Beard Elementary Modesto | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Rose Avenue Elementary Modesto | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Woodrow Elementary Modesto | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| John Muir Elementary Modesto | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Orchard Elementary Modesto | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Connecting Waters Charter School - Central Valley Waterford | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Grace M. Davis High Modesto | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Roosevelt Junior High Modesto | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Great Valley Academy Modesto | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,611
Median Home Value
$397,100
Median Rent
$1,483/mo
Population
55,984
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Somerset Middle
What grades does Somerset Middle serve?
Somerset Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Somerset Middle?
Somerset Middle has an enrollment of approximately 957 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Somerset Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Somerset Middle is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Somerset Middle rank in CA?
Somerset Middle ranks #7,626 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Somerset Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Somerset Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Somerset Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Somerset Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Somerset Middle a charter school?
No, Somerset Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Somerset Middle a Title I school?
No, Somerset Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Somerset Middle?
72.1% of students at Somerset 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 957
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Stanislaus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (209) 574-5300
Resources & Links
District
Sylvan Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 8,013
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,038
- District Rank
- #9 of 13
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