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Ranchero Middle

Hesperia Unified · San Bernardino County · 17607 Ranchero Road, Hesperia, CA 92345-7336

(760) 948-0175 · www.rancheromiddle.org

2/10
#1182
Rank 1182 out of 1,315
Top 90%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1200 · 9th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1192 · 9th percentile
Science3/10 · #1054 · 20th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Ranchero Middle serves the high desert community of Hesperia, where wide open spaces and a tight-knit, working-class character define daily life out in the Victor Valley. Academics here reflect some real challenges, with scores in English and Math sitting near the bottom 10th percentile statewide, though Science shows a bit more promise — something families focused on hands-on learning might appreciate. Families considering this school should go in with eyes open, looking for ways to supplement at home or get involved in the school community, as parental engagement can make a meaningful difference at schools still working to build academic momentum.

Student Demographics

1,017 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
753 (74%)
White
183 (18%)
African American
57 (6%)
Multiple Races
16 (2%)
Other
10 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners236 (23%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged836 (82%)
Students with Disabilities150 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,140
Enrollment
51.1
Teachers (FTE)
22.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
28.6
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 Programs1/10 · #1253 · 9th percentile

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