Serving 1,068 students in grades 6-8, Union Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than 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 (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Union Middle serves a central area in San Jose, CA, covering approximately 4.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union 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
Union Middle School's student population of 1,068 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,068 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Motto
Work Hard. Be Kind. Pursue your dreams.
School Rankings
Union 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 Union Middle School is 0.68, 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
#312 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Middle School's ranking?
Union Middle School is ranked #312 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Union Middle School often compared to?
Union Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dartmouth Middle School, Raymond J. Fisher Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Union Middle School?
1,068 students attend Union Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Union Middle School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Middle School?
Union Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Union Middle School offer ?
Union Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Union Middle School part of?
Union Middle School is part of Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Union Middle School located?
Union Middle School is located in the Union neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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