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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

Marvin A. Dutcher Middle

Turlock Unified · Stanislaus County · 1441 Colorado Avenue, Turlock, CA 95380-2709

(209) 667-8817 · www.turlock.k12.ca.us

6/10
#620
Rank 620 out of 1,315
Top 47%
English Language Arts6/10 · #563 · 57th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #726 · 45th percentile
Science6/10 · #541 · 59th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Dutcher Middle sits in Turlock, a Central Valley city with a tight-knit agricultural community feel and a surprisingly active local scene for a mid-sized town. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with slightly stronger English and Science showings than Math, making it a reasonable fit for families looking for a dependable neighborhood school without the pressure of a hyper-competitive environment. It tends to appeal to families who value stability and community connection over academic intensity, and with Turlock's relatively affordable cost of living and small-city charm, it's a comfortable place to raise kids through those middle school years.

Student Demographics

775 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
599 (77%)
White
139 (18%)
Asian
17 (2%)
Other
20 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners371 (48%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged529 (68%)
Students with Disabilities108 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

810
Enrollment
37
Teachers (FTE)
21.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
23
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 · #724 · 47th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found