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Middle SchoolsGrades 7-8

James Rutter Middle

Elk Grove Unified · Sacramento County · 7350 Palmer House Drive, Sacramento, CA 95828-4027

(916) 422-7590

2/10
#1118
Rank 1118 out of 1,315
Top 85%
English Language Arts2/10 · #1174 · 11th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #1017 · 23rd percentile
Science2/10 · #1134 · 14th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

James Rutter Middle serves the southern Sacramento suburbs, an area that's grown rapidly and draws a mix of working families looking for more space than the city core offers. The school faces some academic headwinds, with scores in the lower range statewide, so families who prioritize strong academics may want to look closely at what support resources and enrichment options are available before enrolling. That said, Elk Grove Unified is a large, well-resourced district, and families who get involved and advocate for their kids can often find ways to make the most of what's offered here.

Student Demographics

809 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
328 (41%)
Asian
271 (33%)
African American
96 (12%)
White
37 (5%)
Multiple Races
29 (4%)
Pacific Islander
29 (4%)
Filipino
17 (2%)
Other
3 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners407 (50%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged728 (90%)
Students with Disabilities137 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

871
Enrollment
45
Teachers (FTE)
19.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4.2
Administrators (FTE)
22.9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #759 · 45th percentile

97 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found