Serving 741 students in grades 6-8, John Muir Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 82% 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: 741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Muir Middle School's student population of 741 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Muir Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Muir Middle School is 0.57, 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
#4580 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 John Muir Middle School's ranking?
John Muir Middle School is ranked #4580 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John Muir Middle School often compared to?
John Muir Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castillero Middle School, Willow Glen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Muir Middle School?
741 students attend John Muir Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of John Muir Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Muir Middle School?
John Muir Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Muir Middle School offer ?
John Muir Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John Muir Middle School part of?
John Muir Middle School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Muir Middle School located?
John Muir Middle School is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Jose.
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