Serving 451 students in grades 6-8, Tierra Linda 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 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Tierra Linda Middle serves the west part of San Carlos, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tierra Linda 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
Tierra Linda Middle School's student population of 451 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tierra Linda Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tierra Linda Middle School is 0.73, 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
#605 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
32%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
36%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
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)10.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tierra Linda Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tierra Linda Middle School's ranking?
Tierra Linda Middle School is ranked #605 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tierra Linda Middle School often compared to?
Tierra Linda Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tierra Linda Middle School?
451 students attend Tierra Linda Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Tierra Linda Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tierra Linda Middle School?
Tierra Linda Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tierra Linda Middle School offer ?
Tierra Linda Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tierra Linda Middle School part of?
Tierra Linda Middle School is part of San Carlos Elementary School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I know this may be hard for some people to believe, and I'm sorry if I offend anyone, but let's just say that nobody there ever cared for me. They lied about many things that I will not go into detail about due to privacy.
The so called Distinguished school does not live up to its title one bit.
The social structure is nothing like it should be. It's full of social cliques in which if you are not part of one, you're an outcast.
The academic classes made me feel like a failure, because of their own failure to support individual learning styles. The classes were huge, and nobody seemed to aid you when you needed it most.
It's an all around bad school, and I would not recommend going there. And as for staff, I would recommend focusing more on the INSIDE rather than making it look pretty on the outside.
Review Tierra Linda Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
