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.
532
Total Students
25.1
Full-Time Teachers
21.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sequoia Middle
Demographic Student Count
White67
Hispanic435
Asian16
Two or More10
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    435 (81.8%)
  • White
    67 (12.6%)
  • Asian
    16 (3.0%)
  • Two or More
    10 (1.9%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.6%)
  • 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: 532
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 422
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 33
Grades Taught
Grade 7 259
Grade 8 273

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sequoia Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 7259
Grade 8273
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sequoia Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26549.8%
Male26750.2%