Serving 1,067 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 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 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,067 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Cupertino Middle serves the northern part of Sunnyvale, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Most families live within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles to its furthest boundary.
- 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 1,067 students has declined by 9% 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
1,067 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cupertino 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 Cupertino Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to 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. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
55%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cupertino Middle School's ranking?
Cupertino 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 Cupertino Middle School often compared to?
Cupertino Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam H. Lawson Middle School, Sunnyvale 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 Cupertino Middle School?
1,067 students attend Cupertino Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cupertino Middle School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 12% 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 18:1, 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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