Middle Schools in Esparto Unified

Esparto Unified contains one middle school, Esparto Middle, serving grades 6-8 in a rural, high-need area of the Esparto Unified district.

Esparto Middle is a standout story of improvement, having dramatically increased its statewide ranking over the past few years to reach the 44th percentile. The school excels particularly in science, where student proficiency surpasses both district and state averages, and it maintains an exceptionally low rate of chronic student absenteeism, which is a significant strength. While mathematics remains a key challenge area, English Language Arts performance shows strong growth, with 8th graders scoring well above the state average.

For parents, this school demonstrates a clear commitment to student progress and engagement. The data shows that students tend to make substantial academic gains as they advance through the grades, especially in reading and writing. With per-student funding above the state average, the school is investing in its students and seeing positive results, particularly in creating a consistent learning environment where students regularly attend school and achieve in science.