Serving 769 students in grades 7-8, Thomas Russell Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Russell 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
Thomas Russell Middle School's student population of 769 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Russell Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Russell Middle School is 0.47, 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
#783 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
71%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Thomas Russell Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Russell Middle School is ranked #783 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thomas Russell Middle School often compared to?
Thomas Russell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Milpitas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Russell Middle School?
769 students attend Thomas Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Thomas Russell Middle School students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Russell Middle School?
Thomas Russell Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Russell Middle School offer ?
Thomas Russell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Thomas Russell Middle School part of?
Thomas Russell Middle School is part of Milpitas Unified School District.
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