Serving 1,165 students in grades 6-8, Ysmael Villegas Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ysmael Villegas Middle School's student population of 1,165 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ysmael Villegas Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ysmael Villegas Middle School is 0.51, 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
#4498 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ysmael Villegas Middle School's ranking?
Ysmael Villegas Middle School is ranked #4498 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ysmael Villegas Middle School?
1,165 students attend Ysmael Villegas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ysmael Villegas Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ysmael Villegas Middle School?
Ysmael Villegas Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ysmael Villegas Middle School offer ?
Ysmael Villegas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ysmael Villegas Middle School part of?
Ysmael Villegas Middle School is part of Alvord Unified School District.
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