Serving 796 students in grades 6-8, Juan Cabrillo Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (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
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Juan Cabrillo Middle School's student population of 796 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
796 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Juan Cabrillo Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juan Cabrillo Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2754 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Santa Clara Unified School District
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 #2754 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
796 students attend Juan Cabrillo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Juan Cabrillo Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 17:1, 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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