Serving 876 students in grades 6-8, William Mendenhall 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 70% (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 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: William Mendenhall Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Livermore, CA, covering approximately 264.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 9.4 miles, extending up to 21.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Mendenhall 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
William Mendenhall Middle School's student population of 876 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
876 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
William Mendenhall 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 William Mendenhall 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
#1336 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Mendenhall Middle School's ranking?
William Mendenhall Middle School is ranked #1336 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are William Mendenhall Middle School often compared to?
William Mendenhall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joe Michell, Andrew N. Christensen Middle School, Junction K-8 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 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend William Mendenhall Middle School?
876 students attend William Mendenhall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of William Mendenhall Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Mendenhall Middle School?
William Mendenhall Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William Mendenhall Middle School offer ?
William Mendenhall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is William Mendenhall Middle School part of?
William Mendenhall Middle School is part of Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
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