For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,386 students in 94531, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94531, CA are Dallas Ranch Middle School, Thomas Gaines Virtual Academy and Black Diamond Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 94531 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 94531, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94531, CA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dallas Ranch Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Mount Hamilton Dr.
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 779-7485
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 779-7485
Gr: 6-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Thomas Gaines Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4730 Sterling Hills Dr.
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 779-7640
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 779-7640
Gr: K-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Black Diamond Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4730 Sterling Hill Dr.
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 779-7460
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 779-7460
Gr: 7-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
94531, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
R.a.a.m.p. Charter Academy (Closed 2015)
Charter School
4730 Sterling Hill Dr.
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 754-9800
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 754-9800
Gr: K-9 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 94531, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94531, CA include Dallas Ranch Middle School, Thomas Gaines Virtual Academy and Black Diamond Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 94531?
3 public middle schools are located in 94531.
What is the racial composition of students in 94531?
94531 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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