Serving 1,122 students in grades 6-8, Cupertino 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 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cupertino 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
Cupertino Middle School's student population of 1,122 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cupertino Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cupertino Middle School is 0.62, 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
#494 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
55%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cupertino Middle School's ranking?
Cupertino Middle School is ranked #494 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cupertino Middle School often compared to?
Cupertino Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam H. Lawson Middle School, John F. Kennedy 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 33% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cupertino Middle School?
1,122 students attend Cupertino Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cupertino Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cupertino Middle School?
Cupertino Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cupertino Middle School offer ?
Cupertino Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cupertino Middle School part of?
Cupertino Middle School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Cupertino Middle School located?
Cupertino Middle School is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Sunnyvale West.
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