Serving 736 students in grades 6-8, Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School's student population of 736 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#711 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
53%
12%
Hispanic
22%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School is ranked #711 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School often compared to?
Masuda (Kazuo) Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fulton (Harry C.) Middle School, Sarah Mcgarvin Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School?
736 students attend Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School?
Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School offer ?
Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School part of?
Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School is part of Fountain Valley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School located?
Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School is located in the Green Valley neighborhood of Fountain Valley, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Green Valley.
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Most teachers are lazy and not good. Good test scores because of strong parental involvement overcoming poor teaching. Terrible PE teachers.
I am very pleased with the support of the teachers and al of their involvement with the students. It has exceeded my expectations as far as education and the dedication the teachers have towards us parents on the school loop and in conferences.
Review Masuda (Kazuo) Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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