NEEDLES MIDDLE SCHOOL

Needles Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Needles Unified school district, located in Needles, CA with about 244 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, Needles Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Needles Middle School is a public institution located in Needles, California, serving as part of the Needles Unified School District. Situated in the far eastern reach of the Mojave Desert along the Colorado River, the school functions as a central academic hub for the local community, providing education for students in the middle school grade levels. Its location reflects the district's commitment to supporting families in a unique, isolated geographic region by fostering a learning environment that addresses the specific needs of students in the Needles area.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Needles Unified School District, which emphasizes academic growth, student engagement, and preparation for high school success. By utilizing the resources of the district, Needles Middle School aims to provide a comprehensive curriculum that helps students navigate the transition from elementary to secondary education. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding school calendars, district policies, or specific academic programs, the school maintains an official presence through the Needles Unified School District website.

For more information, contact Needles Middle at (760) 326-3894 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

720 Bailey Ave.
Needles, CA 92363
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NEEDLES MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Needles, CA with about 244 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Needles Unified
Total Students:
244
Teachers:
10.83
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 244 students

White
50.4%
Hispanic/Latino
26.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
16.8%
Two or more races
3.3%
Black or African American
2.0%
Asian
0.8%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.