Serving 328 students in grades 7-8, Sylvandale Middle School 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sylvandale Middle School's student population of 328 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Sylvandale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvandale Middle School is 0.49, 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
#6404 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Sylvandale Middle School's ranking?
Sylvandale Middle School is ranked #6404 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sylvandale Middle School often compared to?
Sylvandale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph George Middle School, Ocala Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sylvandale Middle School?
328 students attend Sylvandale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sylvandale Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sylvandale Middle School?
Sylvandale Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sylvandale Middle School offer ?
Sylvandale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Sylvandale Middle School part of?
Sylvandale Middle School is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Sylvandale Middle School located?
Sylvandale Middle School is located in the Andrew Hill and Sylvandale neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Andrew Hill and Sylvandale.
School Reviews
3 2/17/2024
Sylvandale is becoming one of the better schools in San Jose. They have improved safety at the school and have programs that teach valuable skills to students in a fun and caring school community. The school has most major sports, dances, and electives. They have a few after-school programs that are really good, like the after-school robotics program and a program teaching computer science. The school has gotten much better over the last couple of years. Parents are involved, and the school really cares about the kids.
4 6/15/2020
Some teachers are good most are bad but overall not a bad school.
5 5/24/2010
I have went to Sylvandale. I am 18 years old and I do recommend this school for kids 7-8th grade. Best school I have ever went to. Totally recommend it!
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