Serving 516 students in grades 6-8, San Jose 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Jose Middle School's student population of 516 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Jose 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 San Jose Middle School is 0.59, 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
#3091 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 San Jose Middle School's ranking?
San Jose Middle School is ranked #3091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Jose Middle School often compared to?
San Jose Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sinaloa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Jose Middle School?
516 students attend San Jose Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of San Jose Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Jose Middle School?
San Jose Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Jose Middle School offer ?
San Jose Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is San Jose Middle School part of?
San Jose Middle School is part of Novato Unified School District.
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