Serving 838 students in grades 7-8, Jack G. Desmond Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack G. Desmond Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jack G. Desmond Middle School's student population of 838 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
838 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jack G. Desmond Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack G. Desmond Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7052 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack G. Desmond Middle School's ranking?
Jack G. Desmond Middle School is ranked #7052 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jack G. Desmond Middle School often compared to?
Jack G. Desmond Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jack G. Desmond Middle School?
838 students attend Jack G. Desmond Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Jack G. Desmond Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack G. Desmond Middle School?
Jack G. Desmond Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jack G. Desmond Middle School offer ?
Jack G. Desmond Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Jack G. Desmond Middle School part of?
Jack G. Desmond Middle School is part of Madera Unified School District.
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