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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8

Rolling Hills Middle

Pajaro Valley Unified · Santa Cruz County · 130 Herman Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076-2920

(831) 728-6341

1/10
#1282
Rank 1282 out of 1,315
Top 97%
English Language Arts1/10 · #1272 · 3rd percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1267 · 4th percentile
Science1/10 · #1298 · 2nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Rolling Hills Middle serves Watsonville's working-class agricultural community, and while its test scores reflect the real challenges that come with serving a high-need student population, it's part of a district that's deeply committed to its largely Latino families and the tight-knit culture of this coastal farming town. Families rooted in Watsonville — known for its strawberry fields, its strong sense of community, and its proximity to the Monterey Bay — will find a school that mirrors the neighborhood itself: unpretentious and community-centered. For families prioritizing academic performance, it may be worth exploring additional support resources alongside what the school offers.

Student Demographics

548 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
531 (97%)
Other
18 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners373 (68%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged519 (95%)
Students with Disabilities69 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

588
Enrollment
27.8
Teachers (FTE)
21.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
18
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 Programs4/10 · #827 · 40th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found