The McFarland Middle School (MMS) was built in 1997 to accommodate a growing middle school student population. It is located in the southwest side of the city of McFarland. The school was designed with 24 classrooms and has since had to add several portables to accommodate the student population growth. The student enrollment for the school, as of June 02, 2008 is 712 total students;  males 356 and females 355.
    MMS offers core academic classes plus several elective classes. For example, MMS participates in the national WEB program, A.V.I.D. (Advancement Via Individual Determination) and offers Home Economics, Woodshop, a computer lab, and Robotics for electives. In addition, there are a variety of after school activities offered which include sports, tutoring, and migrant education.
    Library visits are scheduled during language arts classes and the library is also open before school, lunch, and after school. MMS has an elected student council that helps with school decisions.