Serving 405 students in grades 7-8, Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anthony W. Ochoa Middle serves the southwest part of Hayward, CA, covering an area of approximately 20.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School's student population of 405 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Helping students to make Good Decisions!
School Rankings
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School is 0.59, 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
#5943 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School's ranking?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School is ranked #5943 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School often compared to?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bret Harte Middle School, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School?
405 students attend Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School offer ?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School part of?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School is part of Hayward Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School located?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School is located in the Mount Eden neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mount Eden.
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