Serving 709 students in grades 6-8, Redwood Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Redwood Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saratoga, CA, covering approximately 23.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take about 5-10 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 3.3 miles and the furthest edge located 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwood 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
Redwood Middle School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
709 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Redwood Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redwood Middle School is 0.53, 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
#84 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
65%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redwood Middle School's ranking?
Redwood Middle School is ranked #84 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Redwood Middle School often compared to?
Redwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond J. Fisher Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Redwood Middle School?
709 students attend Redwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Redwood Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redwood Middle School?
Redwood Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Redwood Middle School offer ?
Redwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Redwood Middle School part of?
Redwood Middle School is part of Saratoga Union Elementary School District.
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