For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,320 students in 94587, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94587, CA are Itliong-vera Cruz, Decoto School For Independent Study and Cesar Chavez Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 94587 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 94587, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94587, CA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Itliong-vera Cruz
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
31604 Alvarado Blvd.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 489-0700
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 489-0700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,097 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Decoto School For Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
725 Whipple Rd.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 476-2696
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 476-2696
Gr: K-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Cesar Chavez Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Hop Ranch Rd.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 487-1700
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 487-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
94587, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
725 Whipple Rd.
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-5363
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-5363
Gr: 6-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
4500 Cabello St
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 489-4141
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 489-4141
Gr: K-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
New Haven Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
34200 Alvaradoniles Rd
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-1100
Union City, CA 94587
(510) 471-1100
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 94587, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94587, CA include Itliong-vera Cruz, Decoto School For Independent Study and Cesar Chavez Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 94587?
3 public middle schools are located in 94587.
What is the racial composition of students in 94587?
94587 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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