Serving 508 students in grades 6-8, Norman L. Sullivan Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norman L. Sullivan Middle School's student population of 508 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norman L. Sullivan Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman L. Sullivan Middle School is 0.67, 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
#3423 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman L. Sullivan Middle School's ranking?
Norman L. Sullivan Middle School is ranked #3423 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Norman L. Sullivan Middle School?
508 students attend Norman L. Sullivan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Norman L. Sullivan Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norman L. Sullivan Middle School?
Norman L. Sullivan Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norman L. Sullivan Middle School offer ?
Norman L. Sullivan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Norman L. Sullivan Middle School part of?
Norman L. Sullivan Middle School is part of Bonsall Unified School District.
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