Sequoia Middle
497 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 80 |
| Hispanic | 383 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 16 |
| American Indian | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic383 (77.1 %)
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White80 (16.1 %)
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Two or More16 (3.2 %)
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Asian10 (2.0 %)
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American Indian7 (1.4 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 248 |
| Grade 8 | 249 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 241 | 48.5% |
| Male | 256 | 51.5% |
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