Serving 347 students in grades 6-8, Hans Christensen Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hans Christensen Middle School's student population of 347 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Hans Christensen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hans Christensen Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5882 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hans Christensen Middle School's ranking?
Hans Christensen Middle School is ranked #5882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hans Christensen Middle School?
347 students attend Hans Christensen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hans Christensen Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hans Christensen Middle School?
Hans Christensen Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hans Christensen Middle School offer ?
Hans Christensen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hans Christensen Middle School part of?
Hans Christensen Middle School is part of Menifee Union School District.
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