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Terrace Middle

Middle School · Lakeport Unified

250 Lange St., Lakeport, CA 95453

Enrollment

475

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

3.5

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#9,005 of 9,539

In Lakeport

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Lakeport Unified

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Terrace Middle

3.5/10

Middle School in Lakeport · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Terrace Middle

Terrace Middle is a public middle school in Lakeport, CA, part of Lakeport Unified. Terrace Middle serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Terrace Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,005 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Terrace Middle show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares3.0 pts below CA schools
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Terrace 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-23.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment6.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,268
Chronic Absenteeism46.5%

Terrace Middle — Students at Terrace Middle score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 24.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
35.3% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 31.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 38 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
49%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
9.1%
ELA
22.7%
2024
Math
14.1%
ELA
19.5%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Terrace Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
6th percentile in CA
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.5%

Location

250 Lange St., Lakeport, CA 95453

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Terrace Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Upper Lake Middle (rated 6.7/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Upper Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mountain Vista Middle (rated 4.7/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Kelseyville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeport, see our Lakeport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Clear Lake High Lakeport 0.1 mi 4.8
Lakeport Elementary Lakeport 0.1 mi 3.5
Natural High (Continuation) Lakeport 0.2 mi
Lakeport Alternative (Home School) Lakeport 0.2 mi 6.9
KONOCTI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lakeport 1.5 mi 3.5
WESTLAKE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lakeport 4.3 mi
Westlake Seventh-day Adventist Lakeport 4.3 mi
Lloyd Hance Community Lakeport 4.9 mi
Upper Lake Middle Upper Lake 7.2 mi 6.7
Clover Valley High (Continuation) Upper Lake 7.3 mi
Upper Lake High Upper Lake 7.3 mi 6.8
Upper Lake Elementary Upper Lake 7.3 mi 4.8
Kelseyville Community Day Kelseyville 7.0 mi
Ed Donaldson Education Center Kelseyville 7.3 mi
Kelseyville Learning Academy Kelseyville 7.4 mi 8.0
Kelseyville High Kelseyville 7.5 mi 4.9
Konocti Christian Academy Kelseyville 7.7 mi
Kelseyville Elementary Kelseyville 7.9 mi 4.1
Lucerne Elementary Lucerne 7.1 mi 4.8
Mountain Vista Middle Kelseyville 8.1 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,775

Median Home Value

$371,100

Median Rent

$1,091/mo

Population

11,888

College Educated

23.9%

Homeownership

74.5%

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Terrace Middle

What grades does Terrace Middle serve?

Terrace Middle serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Terrace Middle?

Terrace Middle has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Terrace Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Terrace Middle is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Terrace Middle rank in CA?

Terrace Middle ranks #9,005 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Terrace Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Terrace Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Terrace Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Terrace Middle has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Terrace Middle a charter school?

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

Is Terrace Middle a Title I school?

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

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

61.5% of students at Terrace 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.5%

District

Lakeport Unified
District Enrollment
1,359
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,268
District Rank
#4 of 4

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