School Overview
Sequoia Middle School, located at 1450 W. Castle Ave. in Porterville, California, serves as a key educational institution within the Porterville Unified School District. The school provides a traditional middle school environment tailored to students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on bridging the gap between elementary education and the academic demands of high school. As a central part of the local community, the campus emphasizes core subjects such as English language arts, mathematics, science, and history, while striving to create a structured setting that supports early adolescent development.

Beyond the standard curriculum, Sequoia Middle School typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities, sports programs, and elective courses designed to foster student engagement and personal growth. The school is committed to preparing its diverse student body for future success by promoting a positive learning culture and maintaining a focus on student achievement. By providing both academic support and opportunities for social enrichment, the school serves as a foundational environment for students transitioning into their teenage years within the Porterville area.
497
Total Students
26.4
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
91.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sequoia Middle
Demographic Student Count
White80
Hispanic383
Asian10
Two or More16
American Indian7
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    383 (77.1 %)
  • White
    80 (16.1 %)
  • Two or More
    16 (3.2 %)
  • Asian
    10 (2.0 %)
  • American Indian
    7 (1.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Porterville Unified
Phone: (559)788-0923
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 497
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 422
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 33
Grades Taught
Grade 7 248
Grade 8 249

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sequoia Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 7248
Grade 8249
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sequoia Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24148.5%
Male25651.5%