Needles Middle

Needles Unified
720 Bailey Ave.
Needles, CA 92363
196 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
196
Total Students
11.3
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
83.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    82 (41.8%)
  • Hispanic
    72 (36.7%)
  • American Indian
    22 (11.2%)
  • Two or More
    15 (7.7%)
  • Black
    3 (1.5%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Needles Unified
Phone: (760)326-3894
Website: http://www.needlesusd.org/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 196
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 11.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 135
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 28

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 56
Grade 7 71
Grade 8 69
Gender Ratio