Serving 521 students in grades 6-8, Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate's attendance zone covers the entire district in Half Moon Bay, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 182.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate's student population of 521 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate 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
#4929 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
40%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-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 Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate's ranking?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate is ranked #4929 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate?
521 students attend Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate offer ?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate part of?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate is part of Cabrillo Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Many students at this school display an incredible lack of self-control, and are frighteningly disrespectful in public. Teachers, and moreover chaperones when on trips, don't even seem to attempt to control the students; they allowed students to shout inappropriate things at total strangers, complain loudly about the type of people they are around, tell hotel guests to shut up, etc.
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