Serving 862 students in grades 6-8, Bret Harte Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bret Harte Middle serves the southeast part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bret Harte Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bret Harte Middle School's student population of 862 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
862 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Campus Size
17 acres
School Motto
'Together We Succeed'
School Rankings
Bret Harte Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bret Harte Middle School is 0.64, 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
#496 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
53%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bret Harte Middle School's ranking?
Bret Harte Middle School is ranked #496 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bret Harte Middle School often compared to?
Bret Harte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castillero Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bret Harte Middle School?
862 students attend Bret Harte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bret Harte Middle School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bret Harte Middle School?
Bret Harte Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bret Harte Middle School offer ?
Bret Harte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bret Harte Middle School part of?
Bret Harte Middle School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bret Harte Middle School located?
Bret Harte Middle School is located in the Almaden neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Almaden.
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