Serving 851 students in grades 6-8, Juan Cabrillo Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juan Cabrillo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Juan Cabrillo Middle School's student population of 851 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juan Cabrillo Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juan Cabrillo Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2931 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juan Cabrillo Middle School's ranking?
Juan Cabrillo Middle School is ranked #2931 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Juan Cabrillo Middle School?
851 students attend Juan Cabrillo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Juan Cabrillo Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juan Cabrillo Middle School?
Juan Cabrillo Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Juan Cabrillo Middle School offer ?
Juan Cabrillo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Juan Cabrillo Middle School part of?
Juan Cabrillo Middle School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
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