Serving 1,052 students in grades 6-8, Union Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union 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
Union Middle School's student population of 1,052 students has stayed relatively flat 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
1,052 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Union Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Middle School is 0.67, 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
#312 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
9%
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 Union Middle School's ranking?
Union Middle School is ranked #312 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Union Middle School often compared to?
Union Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dartmouth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Union Middle School?
1,052 students attend Union Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Union Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Middle School?
Union Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Union Middle School offer ?
Union Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Union Middle School part of?
Union Middle School is part of Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Union Middle School located?
Union Middle School is located in the Union neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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