Serving 443 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in San Carlos, CA, encompassing approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central 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
Central Middle School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
443 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1930
School Calendar
School Motto
A gem in the community
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.66, 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
#465 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #465 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tierra Linda Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
443 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Central Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of San Carlos Elementary School District.
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