Serving 1,104 students in grades 6-8, Joaquin Miller Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joaquin Miller 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
Joaquin Miller Middle School's student population of 1,104 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joaquin Miller Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joaquin Miller Middle School is 0.26, 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
#24 out of 3649 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
86%
12%
Hispanic
2%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joaquin Miller Middle School's ranking?
Joaquin Miller Middle School is ranked #24 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joaquin Miller Middle School often compared to?
Joaquin Miller Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam H. Lawson Middle School, John F. Kennedy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Joaquin Miller Middle School?
1,104 students attend Joaquin Miller Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Joaquin Miller Middle School students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joaquin Miller Middle School?
Joaquin Miller Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joaquin Miller Middle School offer ?
Joaquin Miller Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joaquin Miller Middle School part of?
Joaquin Miller Middle School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Joaquin Miller Middle School located?
Joaquin Miller Middle School is located in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in West Valley.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
5 3/15/2024
I go to this school, and it is awesome.
5 5/5/2023
very good school.
5 1/20/2020
Excellent school. They offer accelerated math courses, various language arts clubs, and an excellent science curriculum. The students are relatively nice based on my experience. The teachers are generally very understanding too.
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