Serving 519 students in grades 6-8, Westborough Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 95% 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: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westborough Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Westborough Middle School's student population of 519 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Welcome to Westborough Middle School! Home of the Wildcats.
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Westborough Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westborough Middle School is 0.57, which is less 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
#1870 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
61%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westborough Middle School's ranking?
Westborough Middle School is ranked #1870 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westborough Middle School often compared to?
Westborough Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta Loma Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Westborough Middle School?
519 students attend Westborough Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Westborough Middle School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westborough Middle School?
Westborough Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westborough Middle School offer ?
Westborough Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westborough Middle School part of?
Westborough Middle School is part of South San Francisco Unified School District.
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