Serving 397 students in grades 6-8, August Boeger 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
August Boeger Middle School's student population of 397 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
August Boeger 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 August Boeger Middle School is 0.44, 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
#6201 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is August Boeger Middle School's ranking?
August Boeger Middle School is ranked #6201 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are August Boeger Middle School often compared to?
August Boeger Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ida Jew Academies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend August Boeger Middle School?
397 students attend August Boeger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of August Boeger Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of August Boeger Middle School?
August Boeger Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does August Boeger Middle School offer ?
August Boeger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is August Boeger Middle School part of?
August Boeger Middle School is part of Mount Pleasant Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is August Boeger Middle School located?
August Boeger Middle School is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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