Serving 559 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: San Jose Intermediate serves the southern part of Novato, CA, covering an area of approximately 13.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Jose Middle School's student population of 559 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
559 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Jose Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Jose Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2989 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Jose Middle School's ranking?
San Jose Middle School is ranked #2989 out of 9,523 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
559 students attend San Jose Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of San Jose Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Jose Middle School?
San Jose Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher 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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