Serving 691 students in grades 6-8, Buchser 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 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchser Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Buchser Middle School's student population of 691 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Rankings
Buchser Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchser 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
#3754 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Buchser Middle School's ranking?
Buchser Middle School is ranked #3754 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buchser Middle School often compared to?
Buchser Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juan Cabrillo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buchser Middle School?
691 students attend Buchser Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Buchser Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buchser Middle School?
Buchser Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buchser Middle School offer ?
Buchser Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Buchser Middle School part of?
Buchser Middle School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 8/29/2013
i go there and it is an amazing school!!!! they are very big on making sure on making sure that you succeed in your academic future! the teachers are very nice when you are being respectful! they make sure you get your work done and if you don't you'll get consequences. the Buchser band is AMAZING!!!!!!! they are so good that they go to Disneyland every year to compete against other amazing middle school bands across California and win a lot!!! the choir and orchestra is amazing too!!!! the sports teams (basketball, volleyball,soccer, and track and field) are award winning!!!! Buchser Middle School is amazing!!!!!
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