Serving 893 students in grades 6-8, Bowditch Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bowditch 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
Bowditch Middle School's student population of 893 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
893 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Bowditch Middle School, where it is safe for students to be their best, to take academic risks, to respect, and be respected.
School Rankings
Bowditch Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowditch Middle School is 0.64, 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
#508 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
55%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowditch Middle School's ranking?
Bowditch Middle School is ranked #508 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bowditch Middle School often compared to?
Bowditch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayside Academy, Borel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bowditch Middle School?
893 students attend Bowditch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bowditch Middle School students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bowditch Middle School?
Bowditch Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bowditch Middle School offer ?
Bowditch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bowditch Middle School part of?
Bowditch Middle School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
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