Serving 542 students in grades 6-8, Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 63% 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: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate's student population of 542 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate is 0.54, which is less 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
#5031 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate's ranking?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate is ranked #5031 out of 9,602 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate?
542 students attend Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate offer ?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate part of?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate is part of Cabrillo Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 2/25/2011
Many students at this school display an incredible lack of self-control, and are frighteningly disrespectful in public. Teachers, and moreover chaperones when on trips, don't even seem to attempt to control the students; they allowed students to shout inappropriate things at total strangers, complain loudly about the type of people they are around, tell hotel guests to shut up, etc.
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