Serving 790 students in grades 6-8, Denman (James) Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denman (James) Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Denman (James) Middle School's student population of 790 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Denman (James) Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denman (James) Middle School is 0.67, 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
#5393 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Denman (James) Middle School's ranking?
Denman (James) Middle School is ranked #5393 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Denman (James) Middle School often compared to?
Denman (James) Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aptos Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Denman (James) Middle School?
790 students attend Denman (James) Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Denman (James) Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denman (James) Middle School?
Denman (James) Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Denman (James) Middle School offer ?
Denman (James) Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Denman (James) Middle School part of?
Denman (James) Middle School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Denman (James) Middle School located?
Denman (James) Middle School is located in the Cayuga Terrace neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Cayuga Terrace.
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