Serving 1,041 students in grades 6-8, Wells Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 79% 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: 1,041 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wells Middle School's student population of 1,041 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,041 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Wells Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1561 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunners
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Middle School's ranking?
Wells Middle School is ranked #1561 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wells Middle School often compared to?
Wells Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eleanor Murray Fallon by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wells Middle School?
1,041 students attend Wells Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Wells Middle School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells Middle School?
Wells Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wells Middle School offer ?
Wells Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wells Middle School part of?
Wells Middle School is part of Dublin Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
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