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Templeton Middle

Middle School · Templeton Unified

925 Old County Rd., Templeton, CA 93465

Enrollment

476

Student-Teacher

20.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,739 of 9,539

In Templeton

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Templeton Unified

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Templeton Middle

5.9/10

Middle School in Templeton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Templeton Elementary

6.0/10

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About Templeton Middle

Templeton Middle is a public middle school in Templeton, CA, part of Templeton Unified. Templeton Middle serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Templeton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Templeton Middle show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Templeton Middle runs 20.7:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,385
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Templeton Middle — Students at Templeton Middle score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
41.9%
ELA
59.8%
2024
Math
46.1%
ELA
50.2%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Templeton Middle Compares

See how Templeton Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in CA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Location

925 Old County Rd., Templeton, CA 93465

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Templeton Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fine Arts Academy (rated 7.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Atascadero), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Atascadero Middle (rated 6.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Atascadero), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Templeton, see our Templeton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Templeton Elementary Templeton 0.1 mi 6.0
Eagle Canyon High Templeton 0.1 mi
Templeton Independent Study High Templeton 0.1 mi 4.3
Templeton Home Templeton 0.1 mi 6.4
Templeton High Templeton 0.3 mi 6.6
Templeton Hills Adventist School Templeton 0.6 mi
TEMPLETON HILLS 7TH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Templeton 0.6 mi
SANTA LUCIA SCHOOL Templeton 1.0 mi 4.9
Vineyard Elementary Templeton 1.9 mi 5.4
Vineyard Classical Academy Paso Robles 2.5 mi
San Benito Elementary Atascadero 2.5 mi 5.8
CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Atascadero 3.3 mi 4.6
ACTS Advanced Christian Training Schools Atascadero 3.4 mi
Monterey Road Elementary Atascadero 3.4 mi 7.5
Nickel S Ranch Academy Paso Robles 3.7 mi
Thrive Academy El Paso De Robles (paso Robles) 4.6 mi
Fine Arts Academy Atascadero 4.5 mi 7.3
Atascadero Middle Atascadero 4.5 mi 6.0
NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atascadero 4.8 mi 6.3
Atascadero High Atascadero 4.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93465 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,843

Median Home Value

$875,200

Median Rent

$2,417/mo

Population

10,248

College Educated

47.2%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Templeton Middle

What grades does Templeton Middle serve?

Templeton Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Templeton Middle?

Templeton Middle has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Templeton Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Templeton Middle is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Templeton Middle rank in CA?

Templeton Middle ranks #5,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Templeton Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Templeton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Templeton Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Templeton Middle has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Templeton Middle a charter school?

No, Templeton Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Templeton Middle a Title I school?

No, Templeton Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Templeton Middle?

21.4% of students at Templeton 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
San Luis Obispo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

Templeton Unified
District Enrollment
2,237
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,385
District Rank
#4 of 6

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