Serving 1,053 students in grades 6-8, Sunnyvale Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunnyvale Middle serves the southwest part of Sunnyvale, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyvale 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
Sunnyvale Middle School's student population of 1,053 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,053 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect, Responsibility, and Right Choices
School Rankings
Sunnyvale Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyvale Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1535 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)13%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Spartans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyvale Middle School's ranking?
Sunnyvale Middle School is ranked #1535 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sunnyvale Middle School often compared to?
Sunnyvale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cupertino Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunnyvale Middle School?
1,053 students attend Sunnyvale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Sunnyvale Middle School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 9% 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 Sunnyvale Middle School?
Sunnyvale Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunnyvale Middle School offer ?
Sunnyvale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sunnyvale Middle School part of?
Sunnyvale Middle School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunnyvale Middle School located?
Sunnyvale Middle School is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Sunnyvale West.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
its a great school with lots of nice teacher and great lunch time activities
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