Serving 1,015 students in grades 6-8, Harvest Park Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 1,015 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Harvest Park Middle serves the northeast part of Pleasanton, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.4 miles, extending up to 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvest Park 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
Harvest Park Middle School's student population of 1,015 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,015 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harvest Park 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 Harvest Park Middle School is 0.55, 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
#303 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
62%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
Showing 2010–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Mascot
Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvest Park Middle School's ranking?
Harvest Park Middle School is ranked #303 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Harvest Park Middle School often compared to?
Harvest Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas S. Hart Middle School, Pleasanton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Harvest Park Middle School?
1,015 students attend Harvest Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Harvest Park Middle School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvest Park Middle School?
Harvest Park Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harvest Park Middle School offer ?
Harvest Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harvest Park Middle School part of?
Harvest Park Middle School is part of Pleasanton Unified School District.
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