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Will Rogers Middle

Middle School · San Juan Unified

4924 Dewey Dr., Fair Oaks, CA 95628

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,491 of 9,539

In Fair Oaks

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#21 of 65

San Juan Unified

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Will Rogers Middle

5.5/10

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

Del Campo High

4.2/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary

5.4/10

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About Will Rogers Middle

Will Rogers Middle is a public middle school in Fair Oaks, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Will Rogers Middle serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Will Rogers Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,491 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Will Rogers Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Will Rogers 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 Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,374
Chronic Absenteeism48.5%

Will Rogers Middle — Students at Will Rogers Middle score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 30.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
29%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
69.5%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
20.2%
ELA
32.2%
2024
Math
20.2%
ELA
36.7%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Will Rogers Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in CA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

Location

4924 Dewey Dr., Fair Oaks, CA 95628

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Will Rogers Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SACRAMENTO ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cambridge Heights Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Citrus Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN-EVANGELIST SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fair Oaks, see our Fair Oaks schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Del Campo High Fair Oaks 0.3 mi 4.2
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary Fair Oaks 0.4 mi 5.4
Thomas Kelly Elementary Carmichael 0.6 mi 3.2
Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael 0.7 mi 3.9
Charles Peck Elementary Carmichael 0.7 mi 2.9
John Barrett Middle Carmichael 0.8 mi 4.6
Jackson Family Homeschool Fair Oaks 1.0 mi
Coyle Avenue Elementary Carmichael 1.1 mi 2.3
Cambridge Heights Elementary Citrus Heights 1.1 mi 7.3
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Citrus Heights 1.2 mi
La Vista Center Fair Oaks 1.1 mi
LOTUS CHILD MONTESSORI Fair Oaks 1.3 mi
Options for Youth-San Juan Covina 1.2 mi 3.8
Carmichael Elementary Carmichael 1.6 mi 3.9
St. John the Evangelist Carmichael 1.4 mi
ST JOHN-EVANGELIST SCHOOL Carmichael 1.4 mi 6.3
Skycrest Elementary Citrus Heights 1.6 mi 6.3
FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks 1.5 mi 5.7
SACRAMENTO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Carmichael 1.5 mi 7.9
Cameron Ranch Elementary Carmichael 1.6 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,582

Median Home Value

$615,400

Median Rent

$1,857/mo

Population

43,783

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

70.4%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Will Rogers Middle

What grades does Will Rogers Middle serve?

Will Rogers Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Will Rogers Middle?

Will Rogers Middle has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers Middle is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Will Rogers Middle rank in CA?

Will Rogers Middle ranks #6,491 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Will Rogers Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Will Rogers Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Will Rogers Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Will Rogers Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Will Rogers Middle a charter school?

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

Is Will Rogers Middle a Title I school?

No, Will Rogers Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

68.7% of students at Will Rogers 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sacramento County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

District

San Juan Unified
District Enrollment
38,488
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,374
District Rank
#21 of 65

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