Serving 1,129 students in grades 6-8, Thomas S. Hart Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas S. Hart Middle serves the northwest part of Pleasanton, CA, covering an area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 4.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas S. Hart 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 S. Hart Middle School's student population of 1,129 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,129 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas S. Hart Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas S. Hart Middle School is 0.54, 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
#369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2003–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
65%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas S. Hart Middle School's ranking?
Thomas S. Hart Middle School is ranked #369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thomas S. Hart Middle School often compared to?
Thomas S. Hart Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harvest Park Middle School, Pleasanton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas S. Hart Middle School?
1,129 students attend Thomas S. Hart Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Thomas S. Hart Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas S. Hart Middle School?
Thomas S. Hart Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas S. Hart Middle School offer ?
Thomas S. Hart Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thomas S. Hart Middle School part of?
Thomas S. Hart Middle School is part of Pleasanton Unified School District.
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